Legal Counsel • Entry-Level

Who you are

You have 1-3 years of experience counseling on product, security, or data issues — you've navigated complex legal landscapes and understand the nuances of user privacy and data protection. Your strong academic credentials reflect your commitment to excellence in the legal field, and you have a demonstrated passion for technology that drives your work. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and best practices in data handling. Your analytical rigor and sophisticated judgment enable you to assess security incidents and provide actionable legal advice effectively. You are located in the Pacific Time Zone, which allows for seamless collaboration with teams across different regions.

Desirable

You have prior experience supporting SaaS, AI, or online businesses, either in-house or as outside counsel — this background gives you a unique perspective on the challenges faced by tech companies today. Your expertise in incident response and broader security program matters will be invaluable as you help Dropbox maintain its reputation as an industry leader in user data protection.

What you'll do

As an Associate Product Counsel at Dropbox, you will counsel on user privacy and data protection issues in a fast-paced environment — your role will involve investigating and assessing security and privacy incidents, analyzing legal responsibilities, and driving legal and regulatory responses. You will provide legal support to Dropbox’s incident response program, addressing a wide range of business issues beyond security and privacy. Your responsibilities will include advising on cross-functional company projects related to data protection, privacy by design, and the responsible use of AI and machine learning technologies. You will review new products and features for launch readiness, ensuring that they comply with legal standards and best practices. Your sophisticated advice will guide engineers working on security, threat intelligence, and abuse issues, helping them navigate the legal landscape effectively.

What we offer

At Dropbox, you will have the opportunity to make an immediate impact with your substantive knowledge and effective interpersonal skills. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement — we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds. The compensation for this role ranges from CAD 138,600 to CAD 187,500, reflecting our commitment to attracting top talent in the legal field. You will be part of a team that is dedicated to protecting user data and implementing privacy by design, contributing to Dropbox's mission of providing a secure and user-friendly platform. Join us in shaping the future of technology while ensuring that we uphold the highest standards of legal compliance.