Senior Legal Counsel

Empowering a proactive and preventative safety culture, protecting the industrial workforce, reducing risks, accidents and fatalities.At the core of everything we do are the values that guide us—shaping our decisions, driving our actions, and inspiring us to make a lasting impact every day.Own it. Act with Urgency. We take full responsibility and act with urgency (both internally and externally), driven by our customers' needs and our commitment to making things happen. We don’t wait for solutions; we create them. We think like owners (not renters) and both empower and encourage autonomy.Keep growing. Deliver excellence. We expect the highest standards from ourselves and each other, always striving to improve. Feedback is a gift—we use it to level up, pushing beyond “good enough.” With consistent curiosity and a focus on innovation, we’re constantly challenging what is possible. We recognize that diverse perspectives drive innovation, fostering a culture where unique ideas and experiences are valued.Built on transparency, driven by empathy. We communicate openly and honestly, always recognizing the human behind every message. Feedback is direct and thoughtful, focused on growth, fostering trust and understanding. We embrace transparency without creating excess noise, ensuring that everyone has the information needed to make informed decisions. We recognize that mistakes are part of the journey and learn from them.We thrive in change, staying resilient and focused on our mission. We are comfortable being uncomfortable. We embrace challenges, adapt quickly, and support each other to win together as a team. We are resourceful, and we value efficiency—believing that constraints drive creativity.Open Positions Employment Type Full timeLocation Type RemoteDepartment CommercialAbout us : Protex AI is a VC-backed technology company building a privacy-preserving computer vision platform to enable proactive Health and Safety (EHS) workflows. We leverage the domain knowledge of EHS teams to help our computer vision system understand the concept of danger, preventing accidents before they occur. Every worker has the right to go home safe and healthy every day and every employer has the responsibility to provide a safe work environment. Our mission at Protex AI is to ensure that this is the case in every facility around the world by empowering EHS teams to adopt proactive safety cultures and in doing so realise an injury-free workplace.DescriptionAs Head of Legal, you'll be at the forefront of business growth. You'll provide comprehensive legal guidance on our SaaS offerings, manage commercial contracts, and ensure our products meet evolving global AI standards.Working closely with Sales, Engineering, and Finance teams, you'll help navigate complex regulatory landscapes while enabling business growth. You'll develop and implement privacy programs, conduct risk assessments, and serve as our primary advisor on AI legislation worldwide.This position offers a unique opportunity to shape privacy and AI strategies at a growing technology company, while working with cutting-edge AI products that are transforming workplace safety.What You’ll Do : Collaborate with various departments to draft streamlined SaaS commercial contracts.Support Sales & Engineering teams with legal issues by answering questions in the pre-sales process for new commercial contracts.Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in law, providing legal advice on commercial and privacy matters, including regulations and industry standards.Provide legal advice on privacy and data protection issues.Monitor proactively Worldwide AI legislation efforts.Develop, implement, and monitor compliance and privacy programs and policies.Conduct impact and risk assessments, as well as data protection.Review and negotiate data protection agreements.Provide training and guidance to employees on privacy-related matters.Work with external regulators and stakeholders on privacy issues.Support product counselling efforts to ensure compliance with AI laws and promote responsible / ethical AI development.What You’ll Bring : Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.8 years of practising law in Ireland and / or United Kingdom, with 2 years in-house and 2 years commercial experience (startup experience preferred).Experienced with negotiating and reviewing SaaS contracts.Strong understanding of data security principles and practices (including privacy impact assessments and data protection audits).Organised with excellent analytical, written, verbal communication, and problem-solving skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.Experience working with external regulators and stakeholders.Ability to provide training and guidance on privacy-related matters.Experience advising on cross-border data transfers.Strong grasp of recent regulations including EU AI Act, and state AI acts in the U.S.Demonstrated record of success and interest in shaping policy and communication strategies.Curiosity and passion about the AI field and Protex’s products and services.Protex AI is an inclusive and equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an equitable workplace for everyone regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, education level, or race.We've Got The Total PackageWe offer flexible remote and hybrid work options to suit your needs.Employee share incentives Enjoy the benefits of owning a stake in our future growth.Unlimited Holidays Yes, you will have truly unlimited days off.Offices to suit you If you love the office vibe, join us at one of our three city locations—Dublin, Boston, or Limerick!Pension Scheme Start thinking about your future with our pension plan.We will provide you with health insurance and a yearly wellbeing allowance.#J-18808-Ljbffr