Join Motive as a Privacy and AI Counsel to advise on privacy and AI regulations while supporting product development.
Posted by employer 14 hours ago
First seen on Joblaze 2 hours ago
Last verified on the company career page 2 hours ago
Skills & Technologies
What you'll build
- Counsel internal teams on privacy and AI laws
- Develop AI governance policies
- Lead privacy and AI risk assessments
- Monitor emerging privacy and AI regulations
- Deliver privacy and AI training
Must have
- J.D. degree and membership in at least one US state bar
- 5+ years of legal experience in privacy and AI regulations
- Deep knowledge of U.S. and international privacy laws
- Experience developing AI governance frameworks
- Hands-on experience conducting privacy and AI risk assessments
Nice to have
- Relevant privacy or AI governance certifications
- Fundamental understanding of SaaS technologies
Requirements
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Visa
- No sponsorship (stated in posting)
Benefits
Joblaze summary
In the role of Privacy and AI Counsel at Motive, the individual will provide legal guidance on privacy and artificial intelligence regulations, working closely with product and engineering teams throughout the development process. Key skills include a deep understanding of U.S. and international privacy laws, as well as experience in AI governance frameworks and risk assessments. This position is suited for a legal professional with over five years of relevant experience, ideally from a tech background, who can navigate complex regulatory landscapes. Motive's mission-driven environment emphasizes collaboration and compliance in a rapidly evolving field.
Joblaze insights
- Listed today — first seen on Joblaze November 14, 2026. Last confirmed on Motive's careers page November 14, 2026.
- Salary band is in line with the typical range for comparable tech roles (median ~$130,000).
- Starts above 24% of 87 comparable senior other roles in United States that list AI/ML we track (median $160,000 across 44 companies). See AI/ML salary trends
- AI/ML appears in 5% of 2718 comparable senior other roles in United States; GDPR appears in 0.4% of 2718 comparable senior other roles in United States.
Quick facts
- Is the Counsel, Privacy & AI role remote?
- Yes — Motive lists this as a fully remote position.
- What's the salary range?
- Motive lists $123,000–$169,000 for this role.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 5 years of relevant experience for this Counsel, Privacy & AI role.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: AI/ML, CCPA, GDPR, ISO/IEC 42001.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Motive targets senior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Counsel, Privacy & AI role at Motive.
From the original posting
Who we are:
Visit gomotive.com to learn more.
About the Role:
We are looking for a Privacy and AI Counsel to join our fun, mission-driven, growth-focused team, who will play a critical role in advising our product, engineering, and business team on privacy, artificial intelligence (AI), and emerging technology regulations. You will work closely with cross-functional teams throughout the product development lifecycle to identify, assess, and mitigate legal and regulatory risks while enabling responsible renovation. This role will report to our AGC, Head of Product.
What You'll Do:
- Possess a comprehensive understanding and develop subject matter expertise in areas of data protection and AI laws (including U.S. state/federal privacy laws and international privacy laws such as GDPR, CCPA, BIPA, CUBI, EU AI Act, and other existing and emerging global privacy laws).
- Independently counsel internal product, engineering, and business teams on the practical implications of privacy and AI laws, providing actionable guidance throughout the product development lifecycle.
- Develop, implement, and maintain AI governance policies, procedures, and compliance programs aligned with applicable regulations and industry standards, including ISO/IEC 42001.
- Lead privacy and AI risk assessments, including Privacy Impact Assessment (PIAs), Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIAs), and AI risk assessment, to identify and mitigate legal, ethical, and regulatory risks.
- Monitor and interpret emerging privacy and AI regulations, assess their potential impact on Motive’s products and operations, and develop practical compliance strategies.
- Develop and deliver role-specific privacy and responsible AI training, guidance, and playbooks to promote awareness and compliance across Motive.
- Support ongoing privacy compliance programs, regulatory inquiries, and incident response processes, including matters involving AI systems and personal data
What We're Looking For:
- J.D. degree and membership in at least one US state bar
- 5+ years of legal experience directly in privacy and AI regulations, including at a major law firm and/or in-house experience (preferably at a tech company)
- Deep knowledge and practical understanding of U.S. and international privacy laws, including GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, and emerging U.S. state privacy and AI regulations.
- Demonstrated understanding of the EU AI Act, including AI system classification, risk-based obligations, transparency requirements, and regulatory compliance.
- Experience developing or implementing AI governance frameworks, including familiarity with ISO/IEC 42001 and responsible AI principles.
- Hand-on experience conducting privacy and AI risk assessments, including DPIAs, PIAs, and assessments of AI systems for regulatory compliance and potential risks
- Relevant privacy or AI governance certifications from the IAPP, such as CIPP/US, CIPP/E, CIPM, or AIGP, are preferred.
- Fundamental understanding of SaaS technologies, cloud tech stacks and privacy program implementation with companies such as Motive
- Effective analytical, research, and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical advice for non-legal stakeholders.
- Effective communication and presentation skills
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.
**The posted salary range reflects the national range. Candidates located in San Francisco, New York, or Seattle may be eligible for a salary adjustment based on geographic location and experience.
Pay Transparency
Your compensation may be based on several factors, including education, work experience, and certifications. For certain roles, total compensation may include restricted stock units. Motive offers benefits including health, pharmacy, optical and dental care benefits, paid time off, sick time off, short term and long term disability coverage, life insurance as well as 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Learn more about our benefits by visiting Motive Perks & Benefits.
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