Lead Counsel

4 weeks ago


San Francisco, California, United States Wikimedia Foundation Full time
Job Title: Lead Counsel

We are seeking an experienced lawyer to join our in-house legal department as Lead Counsel. This role will focus on two key aspects of Wikimedia's legal work: content and advocacy.

Content

The Lead Counsel will analyze current and forthcoming regulations related to hosting online content, advise our Product and Technology teams on content issues, and work with the Trust & Safety team to support the community governance model.

Advocacy

The Lead Counsel will work with our lawyers and public policy professionals to power Wikimedia's program for strategic litigation, identifying and executing on opportunities to advance the Wikimedia mission and create a global legal ecosystem in which free knowledge can thrive.

Essential Functions of the Role
  • Provide legal advice and counsel regarding content on the Wikimedia projects.
  • Advise the Foundation on current and forthcoming regulations related to online content.
  • Provide related product counseling advice regarding technical features of the Wikimedia platform.
  • Help protect and defend content on the Wikimedia projects, and the community governance model.
  • Monitor legal developments that may impact the accessibility of Wikimedia content, highlight potential risks, and work with the litigation and access to knowledge teams to plan responses where necessary.
  • Support the evolution of the Wikimedia Foundation's bi-annual Transparency Report.
Requirements
  • JD from an accredited law school and current membership in good standing with at least one US state bar.
  • Experience advising online platforms or media organizations regarding online content.
  • Experience leading cross-functional efforts, especially with product or technical teams, to implement legal advice.
  • Experience supporting public policy professionals in executing an advocacy strategy, especially on matters relating to online environments.
  • Ability to identify and implement practical solutions to abstract or complex problems.
  • Ability to excel in a fast-paced, multitasking environment that demands high-quality work.
Qualities that are important to us
  • Appreciation for and alignment with Wikimedia's mission.
  • Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills and ability to work well on a team.
  • A desire to learn, stretch, and grow.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. The Wikimedia Foundation is a remote-first organization with staff members based in more than 50 countries. Salaries at the Wikimedia Foundation are set in a way that is competitive, equitable, and consistent with our values and culture.



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