Senior Counsel, EU Policy/Regulatory

Senior Counsel, EU Policy/Regulatory

About OpenAI

OpenAI is an AI research and deployment organization working to create and safely deploy general-purpose artificial intelligence systems. The company operates at the intersection of AI capability development and responsible deployment, building products that bring advanced AI tools to users globally while prioritizing safety, alignment and human-centered design. OpenAI's work spans research, product development and real-world applications across industries. As AI regulation and policy frameworks develop across the world, OpenAI engages with governments, regulators and standards bodies to help shape thoughtful governance approaches.

The Legal team at OpenAI focuses on novel and complex challenges specific to artificial intelligence and emerging technology. You would join a diverse group of lawyers spanning technology, privacy, intellectual property, commercial matters, corporate affairs, employment, tax, regulatory issues and litigation. The team's core function is supporting OpenAI's mission by providing sophisticated legal guidance on issues that arise at the frontiers of AI development and deployment.

What you'll do

• Lead legal analysis on EU and UK artificial intelligence regulation, digital legislation and technology policy frameworks including the EU AI Act, Digital Services Act, Digital Markets Act, Data Act and online safety rules. Translate regulatory requirements into practical guidance for product and operations teams.

• Prepare materials for and participate in regulatory engagements with the European Commission, EU member state authorities, national regulators and policymakers. Develop briefing documents, draft formal submissions and coordinate follow-up activities.

• Assess emerging regulatory developments, enforcement actions and policy proposals to identify risks and implications for OpenAI's business. Provide legal recommendations to leadership on strategic responses.

• Coordinate with US and EU legal colleagues on cross-border legal matters to ensure aligned advice and consistent compliance approaches across regions.

• Collaborate with Global Affairs and policy teams to provide legal perspective on policy positions, regulatory consultation responses, industry standards and codes of practice.

• Own responsibility for assigned regulatory inquiries and supervisory engagements, including drafting formal responses, gathering factual information from internal teams and escalating significant issues to senior leadership.

What you'll bring

• At least 10 years of legal experience, including substantive work on EU or UK technology regulation and independent management of legal projects.

• Valid law degree (JD, LL.B. or equivalent) and current qualification to practice law in at least one relevant jurisdiction.

• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex legislation and regulatory frameworks, with growing expertise in technology-specific laws and the capacity to develop knowledge in new areas quickly.

• Understanding of EU legislative and regulatory architecture, including how EU institutions and national authorities interact and develop policy.

• Experience working with European regulators or policymakers through direct engagement, submissions or advisory roles.

• Capability to write clearly and persuasively, breaking down sophisticated legal and regulatory concepts into accessible, compelling explanations.

• Capacity to work independently on assigned matters, exercise judgment in ambiguous situations and recognize when to escalate risks or seek specialized counsel.

• Skill in moving fluidly between legal analysis, regulatory strategy and practical implementation to identify business-critical priorities.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing deadlines, coordinate input from cross-functional teams and drive matters to completion.

• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to advise colleagues and build influence through expertise rather than formal authority.

Nice to have

• Previous experience in government, regulatory agencies or international institutions.

• Background in in-house legal roles at technology or regulated companies.

• Familiarity with AI governance discussions and AI-specific regulatory frameworks.

What they offer

• Hybrid work arrangement based in London, United Kingdom.

• Full-time employment position.