Corporate Counsel (Marketing)
Duolingo is seeking a Corporate Counsel specializing in marketing to join its legal team. This role involves partnering with the Marketing department to ensure that all advertising and promotional activities comply with applicable laws and regulations. The Corporate Counsel will play a pivotal role in supporting Duolingo's mission to provide accessible education worldwide.
The Corporate Counsel will be responsible for advising on marketing and advertising initiatives across various channels, ensuring campaigns are both compliant and creatively bold. Key duties include reviewing and negotiating marketing agreements, clearing rights for content, establishing practical guardrails, and assisting teams in managing risk while maintaining efficiency. The role also involves collaborating with cross-functional partners and outside counsel as needed, and contributing to the development of scalable processes and templates for the marketing team.
Candidates must possess a Juris Doctor (J.D.) or international equivalent and maintain active bar membership in good standing. A minimum of 4-8 years of relevant legal experience is required, including familiarity with areas such as copyright, trademark, right of publicity, advertising, and claim substantiation. Experience in advising on marketing and advertising campaigns, particularly in social media, is essential. Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills across various agreements, along with the ability to provide clear, concise guidance to non-legal stakeholders, are also necessary.
Duolingo offers a competitive salary range for this position, with compensation between $153,000 and $207,000 USD annually. This package includes equity compensation and comprehensive benefits. The company supports flexible work arrangements that blend on-site collaboration with remote work options, ensuring employees can choose the environment that best suits their productivity and personal needs.
Joining Duolingo means becoming part of a team dedicated to developing the best education in the world and making it universally available. Employees have limitless learning opportunities and daily collaborations with world-class minds, all while engaging in work that is both meaningful and fun. The company fosters a culture of innovation, inclusivity, and continuous growth, providing a dynamic environment for professional development.