Counsel

Cohere is the leading security-first enterprise AI company. We build cutting-edge foundation AI models and end-to-end products that are designed to solve real-world business problems. We are a global technology company headquartered in Toronto with key offices in London, New York City, San Francisco, Montreal, Paris, Berlin and Seoul.

Join our team as Counsel, Privacy and AI Regulation (EU) to shape the future of trust-by-design for enterprise AI solutions. This position offers the exciting opportunity to navigate the complex intersection of cutting-edge AI technology and evolving EU digital regulatory frameworks, including the EU AI Act and GDPR. This role will partner closely with governance, policy, product and other cross-functional stakeholders to shape and scale Cohere’s approach to trustworthy design, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation in line with global regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will balance legal rigor with a pragmatic, business-oriented mindset.

• Provide expert legal counsel on EU digital regulatory compliance to cross-functional stakeholders.
• Draft and implement internal policies, workflows, and risk assessments to ensure compliance with global AI, privacy, and other digital regulations.
• Convert complex legal requirements and industry standards into actionable technical and operational requirements.
• Partner with external legal counsel and internal stakeholders including Go-to-market, GRC, Security, and teams to align compliance strategies and Product and Modelling roadmaps.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to product counsel, product managers, engineers, and designers, providing real-time legal guidance on AI/ML solutions, including on addressing safety, privacy, and copyright regulatory requirements.
• Negotiate and draft data processing agreements, AI regulatory terms in customer and vendor agreements, and other regulatory documentation to ensure compliance with EU requirements.
• Liaise with EU digital regulatory authorities and participate in regulatory consultations.

• Qualified as a lawyer in at least one EU member state, with admission to practice in Germany preferred.
• 4+ years of legal experience. A combination of law firm and in-house experience at an enterprise software company is preferred.
• Expertise in data protection, AI, and digital platform regulation (e.g., EU AI Act, GDPR, DSA).
• Proven track record of managing regulatory risks and implementing compliance programs.
• Deep understanding of AI/ML technologies and platforms, product development lifecycles, and data governance.
• Track record of building cross-functional relationships and translating legal concepts into clear, actionable advice for non-legal stakeholders.
• Comfort operating in a fast-paced technology company, adapting to new priorities, and navigating ambiguity.

• A weekly lunch stipend of $75/£75 or equivalent in your local currency for lunch.
• Full health and dental benefits, including a separate budget for mental health.
• RRSP matching, 401K, Pension Scheme.
• 100% Parental Leave top-up for up to 6 months, for either parent.
• Annual enrichment benefits: Arts & culture, fitness/wellness, quality time, and a workspace improvement credit.
• Education & learning stipend for conferences, courses, and coaching.
• 6 weeks of paid vacation (30 working days!)
• Budget for traveling to other offices if you are remote, plus an annual company offsite.
• Cohere is remote-friendly, but we also have offices in Toronto, London, New York City, San Francisco, Montreal, Paris, Berlin and Seoul with more opening soon.