Legal Counsel - Regulatory Compliance, Product and Privacy

Remote

Full Time

Posted May 20, 2026

$2k - $2k

Remote

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Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets.

Drafting and reviewing corporate policies, spearheading process change and deploying controls to meet compliance regulatory requirements globally
Helping develop, maintain and scale global privacy programs. This includes conducting PIAs, ROPAs and supporting operational initiatives
Working with cross functional with teams to evaluate the impact of privacy and data protection laws and regulations, including AI regulations
Providing legal support to various internal clients across the company, including Canonical’s product teams
Working with local counsel in many countries to seek and implement advice

An exceptional academic track record from both high school and university
A degree in law, JD or equivalent, and active licence to practise law or current progress towards that
Drive and a track record of going above-and-beyond expectations
Professional written and spoken English with excellent drafting and presentation skills
Confidence to respectfully speak up, exchange feedback, and share ideas without hesitation
Appreciative of diversity; polite and effective in a multicultural multinational organisation
Ability to stay organised, proactive and efficient
Ability to demonstrate good commercial judgement
Ability to travel twice a year, for company events up to two weeks long

We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognize outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus or commission. We provide all team members with additional benefits which reflect our values and ideals. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.
Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
Annual compensation review
Recognition rewards
Annual holiday leave
Maternity and paternity leave
Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform
Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events