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Company

Scribd, Inc. · 2 days ago

Head of Legal

United States

Full-time

Remote

Director/Executive

$221K/yr - $304K/yr

10+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Provide legal advice to the CEO, executive team, investors, and Board of Directors on a wide range of legal matters.

Manage the legal team, with individual responsibility for content licensing, distribution, copyright, and other content-related matters, including generative AI technologies.

Partner with the engineering and product teams to develop and launch new products.

Partner with the Chief People Officer on employment-related matters.

Ensure Scribd’s legal interests are protected in all commercial transactions, including, in some cases, direct negotiations with third parties.

Provide strategic guidance on content licensing, distribution, copyright, and other content-related legal matters, including generative AI technologies.

Oversee security-related legal issues, including data privacy, cybersecurity and incident responses.

Act as Corporate Secretary, ensuring compliance with governance requirements and maintaining accurate records of board meetings and shareholder communications.

Oversee Scribd’s enterprise risk management program and insurance policies.

Lead Scribd’s government affairs activities, including representing the company’s interests in meetings with regulators and legislators, and in judicial matters.

Oversee Scribd’s legal strategy and ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

Qualification

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Required

JD from an accredited law school and member in good standing with a state bar.

10+ years of experience, preferably at a law firm and in-house legal department.

Prior experience working for a technology company - preferably in B2C.

An entrepreneurial spirit and passion for working in a high-growth environment.

Familiarity with representing the interests of a company in regulatory, legislative, and judicial matters.

Experience as Corporate Secretary, managing governance compliance and maintaining accurate board and shareholder records.

Excellent business judgment and ability to assess legal risk while also thinking strategically and providing practical advice.

Strong work ethic and ability to multi-task and understand and manage shifting priorities and multiple projects.

Exceptional communication, analytical and drafting skills.

Exceptional relationship and trust building skills with cross-functional partners.

Exceptional judgment and integrity, adept at making smart decisions in the face of ambiguity and imperfect information.

Attention to detail and an ability to view legal issues within the context of business objectives, effectively coordinating and maintaining strong relationships with cross-functional business partners.

Used to working in a fast-paced environment, handling novel issues and providing timely practical advice designed to enable the business to achieve its goals while managing risk.

Willing and able to travel occasionally.

Benefits

Healthcare Insurance Coverage (Medical/Dental/Vision): 100% paid for employees

12 weeks paid parental leave

Short-term/long-term disability plans

401k/RSP matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Learning & Development programs

Quarterly stipend for Wellness, Connectivity & Comfort

Mental Health support & resources

Free subscription to Scribd + gift memberships for friends & family

Referral Bonuses

Book Benefit

Sabbaticals

Company wide events

Team engagement budgets

Vacation & Personal Days

Paid Holidays (+ winter break)

Flexible Sick Time

Volunteer Day

Company-wide Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion programs

Company

Scribd, Inc.

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Scribd, Inc. makes knowledge and information accessible to everyone across three unique products: Everand™, Scribd®, and SlideShare®.

Founded in 2007

San Francisco, California, USA

201-500 employees

http://www.scribd.com

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