The Trade Desk · 5 days ago
Director, Associate General Counsel- Identity and Strategic Data Initiatives
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$183K/yr - $335K/yr
12+ years expThe Trade Desk is a dynamic, fast-growing technology company that is changing the way global brands advertise. They are seeking an experienced commercial transactions attorney to provide legal leadership on global strategic initiatives related to advertising identity, data, and monetization of content, while collaborating with cross-functional teams and mentoring other attorneys.
AdvertisingDigital MediaInformation TechnologyInternetMobileNative AdvertisingSocialSoftwareVideo Advertising
Responsibilities
Exercise strong judgment to provide legal leadership on first impression global strategic initiatives involving cutting edge areas such as the future of advertising identity, data, and monetization of content
Gain deep technical understanding of adtech data flows and technology to advise on innovative product developments
Structure, draft, and negotiate deals with the largest platforms, publishers, data suppliers, and advertisers in the world
Collaborate with key leaders on our business development, identity, inventory, product, and data partnerships teams to advise on complex legal matters and develop creative solutions to contribute to the overall success of the company
Continually improve our templates, playbooks, and legal processes to help us scale globally with a consistent but locally relevant approach and to help the company to move quickly and thoughtfully
Work closely with cross-functional teams to help streamline, automate, and scale The Trade Desk’s global identity and data processes
Mentor and lead other attorneys
Provide practical advice on legal issues and risks, complex agreement structures and company policies in a risk-tolerant, but compliance-oriented environment
Identify, research, analyze, and work with cross-functional teams to address potential risks related to a wide range of relevant legal topics (e.g., licensing, intellectual property, commercial, data security, and privacy laws)
Keep abreast of developments in adtech and legislative changes that may affect the company globally
Distill and communicate complex legal concepts in layman’s terms
Qualification
Required
12+ years in house or in combination with an internationally/nationally recognized law firm experience required
Admitted to practice in New York, California, or Illinois, or the ability to register as In-House Counsel in New York, California, or Illinois
Juris doctorate required
Significant experience leading legal negotiations with large global companies
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact with internal and external constituents at all levels
Experience managing outside counsel
Excellent business judgement, superior leadership skills, and strong commitment to providing timely and top-quality client service with superior work product
Exceptional critical thinking skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, while juggling competing, time-sensitive demands
Excellent legal skills, including significant experience in structuring, drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of commercial technology agreements
Strong business sense and ability to exercise good business judgement
Excellent interpersonal skills (sense of humor is a big plus)
Preferred
Experience in digital advertising and/or digital media strongly preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, and vision) with premiums paid in full for employees and dependents
Retirement benefits such as a 401k plan and company match
Short and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
Well-being benefits
Reimbursement for certain tuition expenses
Parental leave
Sick time of 1 hour per 30 hours worked
Vacation time for full-time employees up to 120 hours thru the first year and 160 hours thereafter
Around 13 paid holidays per year
Employees can also purchase The Trade Desk stock at a discount through The Trade Desk’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan
The Trade Desk also offers a competitive benefits package
Company
The Trade Desk
The Trade Desk is an online demand-side platform that provides buying tools for digital media buyers.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (57)
2024 (49)
2023 (38)
2022 (39)
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$257.5MKey Investors
Wellington ManagementBridge BankHermes Growth Partners
2021-07-08Post Ipo Equity
2016-09-21IPO
2016-05-09Debt Financing· $125M
Leadership Team
Jeff Green
CEO
Mitch Waters
Senior Vice President of Client Service APAC
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