Head of Legal @ Digital Creation Platform

About the Company The world's largest digital creation platform, with over 1B downloads. We offer AI-powered tools and content libraries for photo and video editing, drawing, and content sharing. Available in 30+ languages, serving both consumers and enterprises globally. Led by seasoned tech founders and backed by top-tier investors.Job Overview Seeking a business-minded leader for our small cross-border legal team. Perfect for a well-rounded legal advisor with experience within a high-growth startup environment, ready to lead the legal function of a fast-paced global company with >1,000 employees. Reporting to our CFO, you'll lead our legal department and work cross-functionally with Product, Finance, People, and Marketing teams.You will:Execute legal strategy aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirementsLead strategic deals and commercial contractsReview products and features for risk mitigationManage international corporate governance and complianceAdvise on regulatory developments related to AI, social media, content moderation, intellectual property, privacy and other areas that impact the businessDrive continuous improvement of standard form agreements and legal processes, with an emphasis on efficiency and scalability About YouJD with 8+ years combining top firm and relevant in-house experienceStrong background in consumer technologyBusiness acumen with strategic mindsetOutstanding communication skills and fluency translating legal advice into actionable guidance for business teamsBenefitsCompetitive equity packageComprehensive health benefitsRemote flexibilityGlobal collaborationInterested? This search is being led by Kathleen Mon (kathleen@) at Whistler Partners. Please contact them for a confidential conversation.About Whistler Partners Matchmakers, Not HeadhunkersWhistler Partners is a boutique matchmaking firm focused on counseling the best and the brightest attorneys over the course of their careers. We believe that the right move comes from working closely with talent to curate their long-term career paths. When it comes to career advice, what matters is not the size of the agency but the strength of your individual recruiter.We readily admit that we are elite and only work with the best - after all, a little elitism is okay when it comes to your career. Employers love us because we are picky about whom we represent, and attorneys love us because we get them their dream jobs.

Created: 2025-03-03