Sr. Legal Counsel, Services Legal Product Counsel

Apple • Cupertino, CA

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About The Position

As a member of Apple’s Services Legal team, the Sr. Legal Counsel will advise on a wide range of issues relating to Apple’s media services. The role partners closely with engineering, product, and business teams on product development, commercial transactions, and emerging legal and regulatory matters.

The counsel will draft and negotiate complex digital media, content licensing, and technology agreements; advise on new product features and initiatives; and assess the implications of evolving regulatory requirements. As a trusted legal advisor, the role translates business objectives into practical solutions, exercises sound judgment in uncertain areas, and provides clear, actionable guidance under tight deadlines. Success requires excellent negotiation and drafting skills, strong business acumen, and effective cross-functional relationships. Candidates should be resourceful, take ownership of their work, and approach novel challenges with creativity and sound judgment.

Requirements

• JD or equivalent and admission to at least one US state bar.
• At least 8 years of relevant law firm and/or in-house experience advising on digital media, technology, intellectual property, or related matters, including negotiating and drafting complex commercial agreements.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across teams and geographies.
• Excellent negotiation and drafting skills and strong business acumen.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in digital media, consumer-facing technology, or content licensing, with a strong understanding of copyright and intellectual property law.
• Background in product counseling, including supporting new features, launches, and other strategic initiatives.
• Experience analyzing US and international regulatory frameworks affecting digital media, online platforms, and technology services.
• Experience advising on artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, including related intellectual property, licensing, product, and regulatory considerations.
• Curious and proactive self-starter with sound judgment and a creative approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Advise on legal issues relating to Apple’s media services.
• Partner with engineering, product, and business teams on product development, commercial transactions, and emerging legal and regulatory matters.
• Draft and negotiate complex digital media, content licensing, and technology agreements.
• Counsel on new product features and initiatives.
• Assess the implications of evolving regulatory requirements.
• Translate business objectives into practical legal solutions and provide clear, actionable guidance under tight deadlines.
• Build effective cross-functional relationships and exercise sound judgment in areas of uncertainty.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior