Etsy
Senior Counsel, Global Regulatory
Brooklyn, New York · Senior · Full-time
Sponsorship not specified$196k-$254kDetected 30 days ago
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About the role
- You will analyze and synthesize laws from U.S. federal and state frameworks to E.U., U.K., and beyond.
- You will coordinate cross-functional teams, working with outside counsel, and engaging directly with regulators and government authorities.
- Give sound, practical legal advice in areas where regulatory frameworks are unsettled, You will balance risk and compliance obligations with business opportunity and operational realities.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Public Policy team to analyze new and emerging laws.
- You will interpret the evolving regulatory landscape, and develop engagement strategies.
- You'll partner closely with cross-functional teams to translate legal requirements into practical, business-ready guidance across content regulation, platform regulation, ecommerce, digital services, product safety/compliance, minors' online safety, and consumer protection.
- You'll also engage with regulators around the world, helping drive Etsy's regulatory strategy and craft our responses to regulatory inquiries and investigations!
- Etsy's Legal team works with every business unit, across offices worldwide, to deliver timely and business-savvy legal advice.
- We craft products, draft contracts and policies, advise engineers and leadership, advocate externally, and handle disputes in support of Etsy's growth and our mission to keep commerce human!
- Advise business teams and support regulatory engagement globally. You will analyze and synthesize laws from U.S. federal and state frameworks to E.U., U.K., and beyond.
- Lead and support responses to regulatory inquiries, investigations, and enforcement matters globally. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, working with outside counsel, and engaging directly with regulators and government authorities.
- You will also build and maintain scalable internal frameworks and cross-functional processes that keep Etsy ahead of its compliance obligations.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills. You can engage technical experts and distill sophisticated matters in plain English, without legal jargon, for business partners, engineers, and senior leaders.
Requirements
- Know when to say "no" or "yes." You know when to raise concerns and are always mindful that the company is our client.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a track record of leading complex cross-functional initiatives.
- You can influence stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership, product teams, and engineers.
- You can work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, sStepping up, sharing knowledge, and contributing across the broader Legal team.
Nice to have
- 7+ years of regulatory experience (or combined regulatory and litigation experience) from law firm, government, and/or in-house work.
- Consumer-facing tech experience is required.
- Familiar with U.S. and global frameworks on content regulation and moderation, ecommerce, product safety and consumer protection.
- Licensed to practice in at least one U.S. state (New York or California preferred).
Skills
- Company Description
- Etsy is the global marketplace for unique and creative goods.
Compensation
- $196,000.00 - $254,000.00
- This is a full-time position. In addition to salary, you will also be eligible for an equity package, an annual performance bonus, and our competitive benefits that support you and your family as part of your total rewards package at Etsy.
Company info
- If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation during any part of the application or interview process, please let your recruiter know.
Equal opportunity
- Etsy is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
Visa & Work Authorization
- While Etsy supports visa sponsorship, sponsorship opportunities may be limited to certain roles and skills.
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