Your Impact

We are seeking a seasoned Senior Corporate Counsel – AI Product Counsel to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will provide strategic legal guidance to support the development, deployment, and governance of artificial intelligence (AI) products and services. This role will work closely with cross-functional teams including product development, engineering, data science, compliance, and marketing to ensure our AI initiatives are legally compliant, ethically sound, and aligned with corporate objectives.

What you will do:

Legal Strategy and Compliance:

Provide counsel on laws and regulations impacting AI, including data privacy, intellectual property, liability frameworks, and AI-specific legislation.Develop and implement legal frameworks for responsible AI use, addressing fairness, bias, transparency, and accountability.Stay updated on emerging AI regulations and standards, advising stakeholders on potential impacts.

Contract Negotiation and Drafting:

Draft, review, and negotiate agreements related to AI development and deployment, including licensing agreements, service-level agreements (SLAs), and data-sharing contracts.Assess risks associated with AI technology integrations in vendor and partnership agreements.

Product Development Support:

Partner with product teams to embed legal considerations into the design and deployment of AI technologies.Conduct risk assessments for AI models and advise on mitigation strategies for ethical and compliance concerns.Collaborate on strategies to safeguard intellectual property rights in AI algorithms and data.

Ethics and Governance:

Guide the creation and enforcement of internal AI policies, ensuring alignment with company values and societal impact considerations.Advise on the establishment and operations of AI ethics review boards or similar governance structures.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Serve as the primary legal advisor for AI-related initiatives across the organization.Provide training to business and technical teams on legal and regulatory issues related to AI.

Risk Management:

Proactively identify and address potential risks associated with AI products, including liability, reputational risks, and unintended consequences.Advise on issues related to AI explainability, user consent, and compliance with anti-discrimination laws.Partner with external counsel and consultants as needed to address complex or novel legal challenges.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; active membership in at least one state bar.Experience: Minimum of 8-12 years of experience practicing law, with a strong background in technology law, AI-related matters, and corporate counseling. Previous in-house experience at a large corporation or top-tier law firm is preferred.Expertise: In-depth knowledge of AI technologies, data privacy laws, intellectual property, and technology transactions. Familiarity with global AI regulatory frameworks and ethical guidelines.Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage complex legal issues. Excellent communication and negotiation abilities to work effectively with diverse stakeholders. Proven ability to lead and influence in a matrixed, fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in machine learning, big data, or related technical fields.Understanding of cybersecurity principles as they relate to AI.Certification in data privacy (e.g., CIPP/US, CIPP/E) or related fields.

About Lowe’s

Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 50 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week in the United States. With total fiscal year 2023 sales of more than $86 billion, Lowe’s operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe’s supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing and helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts. For more information, visit Lowes.com.

Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.