The Trade Desk

Associate General Counsel, Data Licensing

Chicago; Irvine; Los Angeles; New York; San Francisco; San Jose · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$151k-$277kDetected 2 days ago

AccessibilityBusiness DevelopmentIntellectual PropertyResearchLeadershipCommunicationCritical Thinking

About the role

Our technology helps advertisers reach the right audiences across the open internet - from streaming TV and podcasts to mobile apps, news, and more.
Advertising powers the content people love.
When you work here, your impact is worldwide.

Collaborate with key leaders on our data partnerships, business development, product, privacy, and policy teams to advise on complex legal matters and develop creative solutions to contribute to the overall success of the company.
By making it more transparent, effective, and responsible, we help support trusted journalism, quality entertainment, and creators worldwide.
The scale of our platform brings unique technical challenges - from processing massive datasets in real time to building systems that operate reliably on a global scale.

8+ years in house or in combination with an internationally/nationally recognized law firm experience required.
Admitted to practice in New York, Illinois, or California or the ability to register as In-House Counsel in New York, Illinois, or California.
Juris doctorate required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact with internal and external constituents at all levels and communicate complex legal concepts in layman's terms.
Experience managing outside counsel.
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.

Interns are not eligible for variable incentive awards such as stock-based compensation, retirement plan, vacation, tuition reimbursement or parental leave
At the Trade Desk, Base Salary is one part of our competitive total compensation and benefits package and is determined using a salary range.

The Trade Desk is a dynamic, fast-growing technology company and we require excellent leadership at all levels.
We are looking for an experienced commercial transactions attorney who has excellent judgement, loves to analyze complex legal issues, find creative solutions, and effectively negotiate deals.
We are looking for someone able to collaborate cross-functionally and primarily support our Data Partnerships teams to structure, draft, and negotiate deals while also balancing competing demands, working independently, maintaining a positive attitude and, hopefully, contributing some humor to our legal slack channel.
The Trade Desk is a company that will invest in its employees' professional development- as we grow, we want our employees to grow with us.
The Trade Desk is a global technology company and the world's leading independent platform for digital advertising, with nearly 4,000 employees across more than 30 offices.
The world's brands and agencies rely on us to reach their customers and grow their businesses responsibly.
We welcome diverse perspectives, encourage curiosity, and build teams that learn from one another.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, The Trade Desk is committed to creating an inclusive hiring experience where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
Please reach out to us at accommodations@thetradedesk.com to request an accommodation or discuss any accessibility needs you may require to access our Company Website or navigate any part of the hiring process.
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