Scribd, Inc.
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Scribd, Inc. We are seeking an experienced commercial and compliance lawyer to join Scribd’s Legal Team. In this key role, reporting to the General Counsel, you will provide legal advice and guidance across all areas, ensuring compliance, negotiating contracts, and managing risks to drive business growth in a complex regulatory environment. About The Company
At Scribd (pronounced “scribbed”), our mission is to spark human curiosity. Join our team as we create a world of stories and knowledge, democratize the exchange of ideas and information, and empower collective expertise through our three products: Everand, Scribd, and Slideshare. We support a culture where our employees can be real and be bold; where we debate and commit as we embrace plot twists; and where every employee is empowered to take action as we prioritize the customer. Scribd Flex allows employees to choose a daily work-style that best suits individual needs, with occasional in-person attendance required for all Scribd employees, regardless of location. We hire for “GRIT”—the intersection of passion and perseverance towards long term goals. G = Goals, R = Results, I = Innovative ideas, T = Team through collaboration and attitude. You Will / Responsibilities / What You Will Do
Product Counseling & Compliance: Provide practical, solution-oriented legal advice on issues arising from the development and marketing of Scribd products and features, including privacy, data security, consumer protection (including marketing disclosures), online safety, and content moderation. Privacy Due Diligence & Assessments: Conduct privacy due diligence reviews, privacy impact assessments (PIAs), and integration planning for potential partnerships, product launches, and new technologies. Regulatory Compliance & Transparency: Develop compliance programs and oversee ongoing compliance with domestic and global privacy regulations (e.g., CCPA/CPRA, GDPR, COPPA, and emerging frameworks) and online safety laws (e.g., UK OSA and DSA). Incident Response & Security: Advise on security incident preparedness and response, including incident response plans, breach notification requirements, and post-incident communications. Cross-Functional Partnership: Partner with stakeholders across engineering, product management, marketing, and security to operationalize compliance requirements and privacy-by-design practices throughout Scribd’s product development lifecycle. Policy Development & Training: Develop internal policies, playbooks, and training programs to strengthen compliance awareness and ensure consistent legal risk management across teams. Strategic Guidance on Content: Provide strategic guidance on content licensing, distribution, copyright, and other content-related legal matters, including generative AI technologies. Contract Negotiation & Drafting: Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of contracts, including vendor agreements, data processing agreements, and partnership deals, with a focus on privacy and security provisions; develop contract templates and processes in collaboration with internal stakeholders. You Have / We\'re Looking For / Requirements
J.D. from an accredited law school; active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. Minimum of 5 years of legal practice, with significant experience in privacy, data protection, and product counseling as an in-house or law firm attorney. Demonstrated expertise with global privacy laws and regulations, including GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, COPPA, and knowledge of intermediary/social media platform regulations. Experience managing security incident response and advising on breach notification requirements. Strong background in contract drafting and negotiation, particularly with data protection and security terms. Excellent judgment and ability to balance legal risk with business goals in a fast-paced environment. Clear, concise communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional partners at all levels. Excellent business judgment and ability to assess legal risk while also thinking strategically and providing practical advice. Strong work ethic and ability to multi-task and manage shifting priorities and multiple projects. Compensation & Benefits
At Scribd, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. Salary ranges vary by location: California: $152,500 to $246,500; United States outside California: $125,500 to $234,250; Canada: CAD 159,000 to CAD 219,000. Equity, comprehensive benefits, and factors such as experience and skill set are also considered in compensation. This position is eligible for a competitive equity ownership and a comprehensive benefits package. Working at Scribd
Are you currently based in a location where Scribd is able to employ you? Employees must have their primary residence in or near listed cities in the United States, Canada, or Mexico, with surrounding metro areas within commuting distance. United States: Atlanta, Austin, Boston, Dallas, Denver, Chicago, Houston, Jacksonville, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Phoenix, Portland, Sacramento, Salt Lake City, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, Washington D.C. Canada: Ottawa, Toronto, Vancouver. Mexico: Mexico City. Benefits, Perks, And Wellbeing At Scribd
Benefits/perks listed may vary depending on employment type and location. Healthcare Insurance Coverage (Medical/Dental/Vision): 100% paid for employees 12 weeks paid parental leave Short-term/long-term disability plans 401k/RSP matching Onboarding stipend for home office peripherals + accessories Learning & Development allowance Learning & Development programs Quarterly stipend for Wellness, WiFi, etc. Mental Health support & resources Free subscription to the Scribd Inc. suite of products Referral Bonuses Book Benefit Sabbaticals Company-wide events Team engagement budgets Vacation & Personal Days Paid Holidays (+ winter break) Flexible Sick Time Volunteer Day Company-wide Employee Resource Groups and programs that foster an inclusive and diverse workplace. Access to AI Tools: free access to AI tools to boost productivity and innovation. We are an equal opportunity employer. Scribd is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Join to apply for the
Senior Counsel
role at
Scribd, Inc. We are seeking an experienced commercial and compliance lawyer to join Scribd’s Legal Team. In this key role, reporting to the General Counsel, you will provide legal advice and guidance across all areas, ensuring compliance, negotiating contracts, and managing risks to drive business growth in a complex regulatory environment. About The Company
At Scribd (pronounced “scribbed”), our mission is to spark human curiosity. Join our team as we create a world of stories and knowledge, democratize the exchange of ideas and information, and empower collective expertise through our three products: Everand, Scribd, and Slideshare. We support a culture where our employees can be real and be bold; where we debate and commit as we embrace plot twists; and where every employee is empowered to take action as we prioritize the customer. Scribd Flex allows employees to choose a daily work-style that best suits individual needs, with occasional in-person attendance required for all Scribd employees, regardless of location. We hire for “GRIT”—the intersection of passion and perseverance towards long term goals. G = Goals, R = Results, I = Innovative ideas, T = Team through collaboration and attitude. You Will / Responsibilities / What You Will Do
Product Counseling & Compliance: Provide practical, solution-oriented legal advice on issues arising from the development and marketing of Scribd products and features, including privacy, data security, consumer protection (including marketing disclosures), online safety, and content moderation. Privacy Due Diligence & Assessments: Conduct privacy due diligence reviews, privacy impact assessments (PIAs), and integration planning for potential partnerships, product launches, and new technologies. Regulatory Compliance & Transparency: Develop compliance programs and oversee ongoing compliance with domestic and global privacy regulations (e.g., CCPA/CPRA, GDPR, COPPA, and emerging frameworks) and online safety laws (e.g., UK OSA and DSA). Incident Response & Security: Advise on security incident preparedness and response, including incident response plans, breach notification requirements, and post-incident communications. Cross-Functional Partnership: Partner with stakeholders across engineering, product management, marketing, and security to operationalize compliance requirements and privacy-by-design practices throughout Scribd’s product development lifecycle. Policy Development & Training: Develop internal policies, playbooks, and training programs to strengthen compliance awareness and ensure consistent legal risk management across teams. Strategic Guidance on Content: Provide strategic guidance on content licensing, distribution, copyright, and other content-related legal matters, including generative AI technologies. Contract Negotiation & Drafting: Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of contracts, including vendor agreements, data processing agreements, and partnership deals, with a focus on privacy and security provisions; develop contract templates and processes in collaboration with internal stakeholders. You Have / We\'re Looking For / Requirements
J.D. from an accredited law school; active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. Minimum of 5 years of legal practice, with significant experience in privacy, data protection, and product counseling as an in-house or law firm attorney. Demonstrated expertise with global privacy laws and regulations, including GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, COPPA, and knowledge of intermediary/social media platform regulations. Experience managing security incident response and advising on breach notification requirements. Strong background in contract drafting and negotiation, particularly with data protection and security terms. Excellent judgment and ability to balance legal risk with business goals in a fast-paced environment. Clear, concise communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional partners at all levels. Excellent business judgment and ability to assess legal risk while also thinking strategically and providing practical advice. Strong work ethic and ability to multi-task and manage shifting priorities and multiple projects. Compensation & Benefits
At Scribd, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. Salary ranges vary by location: California: $152,500 to $246,500; United States outside California: $125,500 to $234,250; Canada: CAD 159,000 to CAD 219,000. Equity, comprehensive benefits, and factors such as experience and skill set are also considered in compensation. This position is eligible for a competitive equity ownership and a comprehensive benefits package. Working at Scribd
Are you currently based in a location where Scribd is able to employ you? Employees must have their primary residence in or near listed cities in the United States, Canada, or Mexico, with surrounding metro areas within commuting distance. United States: Atlanta, Austin, Boston, Dallas, Denver, Chicago, Houston, Jacksonville, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Phoenix, Portland, Sacramento, Salt Lake City, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, Washington D.C. Canada: Ottawa, Toronto, Vancouver. Mexico: Mexico City. Benefits, Perks, And Wellbeing At Scribd
Benefits/perks listed may vary depending on employment type and location. Healthcare Insurance Coverage (Medical/Dental/Vision): 100% paid for employees 12 weeks paid parental leave Short-term/long-term disability plans 401k/RSP matching Onboarding stipend for home office peripherals + accessories Learning & Development allowance Learning & Development programs Quarterly stipend for Wellness, WiFi, etc. Mental Health support & resources Free subscription to the Scribd Inc. suite of products Referral Bonuses Book Benefit Sabbaticals Company-wide events Team engagement budgets Vacation & Personal Days Paid Holidays (+ winter break) Flexible Sick Time Volunteer Day Company-wide Employee Resource Groups and programs that foster an inclusive and diverse workplace. Access to AI Tools: free access to AI tools to boost productivity and innovation. We are an equal opportunity employer. Scribd is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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