Corporate Counsel II

United States·San Franciscomid

Legal & ComplianceCorporate Counsel

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Overview

At Klaviyo, we value the unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives each Klaviyo (we call ourselves Klaviyos) brings to our workplace each and every day.

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Legal & ComplianceCorporate Counsel

At Klaviyo, we value the unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives each Klaviyo (we call ourselves Klaviyos) brings to our workplace each and every day. We believe everyone deserves a fair shot at success and appreciate the experiences each person brings beyond the traditional job requirements. If you’re a close but not exact match with the description, we hope you’ll still consider applying. Want to learn more about life at Klaviyo? Visit klaviyo.com/careers to see how we empower creators to own their own destiny.

About the Role

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We are seeking a talented and motivated Corporate Counsel to join our legal team. This role is ideal for a lawyer with a strong litigation foundation who is ready to transition into a broad-based product counsel role. You will partner closely with our product and technology organizations, applying your litigation background to assess and mitigate risk, while advising on a wide range of matters at the intersection of AI, product development, and business operations.

Responsibilities

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Product & AI Counsel

→Serve as counsel for product teams, advising on product development, feature launches, terms of service, and user-facing policies.
→Provide guidance on legal and regulatory matters related to artificial intelligence, including AI governance frameworks, data use, bias, transparency, and applicable regulation (e.g., EU AI Act, emerging U.S. state laws).
→Advise on intellectual property matters related to software, AI-generated content, and product features.
→Identify and proactively address legal risks in product roadmaps and cross-functional initiatives.
→Collaborate with Privacy, Security, and Trust & Safety teams to ensure product compliance with applicable laws.

→Develop and maintain internal legal playbooks, templates, and training materials.

Risk Management & Dispute Readiness

→Apply litigation expertise to evaluate legal exposure and develop proactive risk mitigation strategies across the business.
→Support pre-litigation matters as they arise, including assessing claims, coordinating with outside counsel, and driving toward efficient resolution.
→Manage litigation holds and support discovery processes when needed.
→Monitor the legal and regulatory landscape affecting technology and AI companies and provide timely guidance to stakeholders.

Business and Cross-Functional Support

→Partner with cross-functional teams to develop, apply, and improve both internal and external policies.
→Collaborate with internal business teams, including Finance and Collections, to support a range of business needs and advise on protective measures when necessary.
→Advise Sales and Go-To-Market teams on compliance and legal considerations to support competitive positioning.

Requirements

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J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing
4-7 years of experience, with law firm litigation experience strongly preferred
Strong litigation foundation, including experience with dispute assessment, outside counsel management, and discovery
Experience advising on technology or product-related legal matters
Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills
Highly organized with the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment
Understanding of AI tools and how to utilize them to expedite and streamline workflows

Requirements

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Prior experience with AI, machine learning, or emerging technology legal issues
Familiarity with data privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA, etc.)
In-house experience at a technology company
Experience with intellectual property, particularly software or AI-related IP
Comfort with fast-paced, high-growth environments
Strong business acumen and product intuition

What We Offer

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We’re Klaviyo (pronounced clay-vee-oh). We empower creators to own their destiny by making first-party data accessible and actionable like never before. We see limitless potential for the technology we’re developing to nurture personalized experiences in ecommerce and beyond. To reach our goals, we need our own crew of remarkable creators—ambitious and collaborative teammates who stay focused on our north star: delighting our customers. If you’re ready to do the best work of your career, where you’ll be welcomed as your whole self from day one and supported with generous benefits, we hope you’ll join us.

AI fluency at Klaviyo includes responsible use of AI (including privacy, security, bias awareness, and human-in-the-loop). We provide accommodations as needed.

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Klaviyo is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, citizenship, national origin, color, religion or religious creed, age, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, veteran or active military status, marital status, criminal record, genetics, retaliation, sexual harassment or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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