Senior Legal Counsel - Content Safety, Product & Privacy
Canva is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join its Product and Privacy team in Sydney, Australia. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of AI, product counseling, legal strategy, and governance, supporting Canva's mission to empower the world to design. The position is based in Sydney, with a hybrid work model that allows for both remote work and in-person collaboration at Canva's flagship campus.
In this role, the Senior Legal Counsel will advise product and engineering teams on legal issues related to online content and product safety, platform regulations, privacy, intellectual property, and AI. Responsibilities include building strong relationships with stakeholders, contributing to the development of company-wide safety policies, drafting legal playbooks, collaborating with various teams, and staying updated on global AI, safety, and privacy regulations. The role also involves participating in the review and coordination of potential safety, privacy, or data security incidents.
Candidates should be legally qualified with at least 8 years of experience, including some in-house experience. A deep understanding of modern AI technology and products is essential, along with familiarity with key online safety laws and regulations, privacy, platform, and consumer laws related to digital products and generative AI. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, pragmatic, business-minded lawyer who thrives in fast-moving environments and enjoys working closely with engineers and product managers.
Canva offers a comprehensive benefits package, including inclusive parental leave, equity packages, an annual Vibe & Thrive allowance for personal development, and flexible work arrangements. Employees also have access to additional paid leave for professional education and volunteering, as well as a pet-friendly office environment with on-site meals and snacks.
At Canva, the culture is unique, human-centric, and continually evolving, with a strong emphasis on inclusivity and belonging. Employees are encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work, and the company fosters a collaborative and innovative environment where every team member plays an active role in shaping the company's culture and success.