Senior Technology Counsel

Description

Under general direction of the Deputy General Counsel/Assistant General Counsels manages a technically specialized unit within the Legal Department. Provides legal advice and carries out actions which have an impact upon the rights, privileges and responsibilities of the company while maintaining high standards of legal and business ethics and professional responsibility.

Responsibilities

Represents and advises the company in substantial legal and business transactions which require legal expertise and generally involve a high degree of original and creative legal endeavor, evaluation of complex or novel issues, or vigorous adverse parties. Provides advice and counsel to client department managers participates as requested in the formulation of policy for the company. Performs comprehensive research and analysis in assigned areas of specialization directs, focuses and refines comprehensive research of others.

This role will partner closely with Technology, Security, Procurement, Marketing, and Executive leadership to structure strategic enterprise technology deals, protect our IP, guide AI adoption and governance, cybersecurity legal issues, data, and brand risk. The ideal candidate combines exceptional drafting and negotiation skills with deep subject-matter expertise across software, cloud, data, AI/ML, patents, and trademarks.

Strategic enterprise technology agreements

• Lead, draft, and negotiate complex enterprise technology transactions, including cloud (SaaS/PaaS/IaaS) MSAs, software licensing and ELAs, professional services, SOWs, SLAs, evaluation and beta agreements, OEM/reseller/partner and marketplace agreements, outsourcing and managed services.
• Structure data and AI-related terms, including data rights and usage, model training rights and restrictions, output ownership, confidentiality, security, and IP indemnities.
• Own data processing and security agreements/addenda and coordinate with our Privacy team and Company security standards.
• Build and maintain best-in-class templates, fallback positions, clause libraries, and playbooks; drive negotiation efficiency with clear risk frameworks.

Patents and Innovation

• Manage the patent portfolio including outside counsel oversight, and budgets.
• Advise on open source implications, trade secrets protection, technology landscaping, and competitive IP strategy.
• Support IP issues in commercial deals and corporate transactions, including licensing, joint development, and M&A diligence and integration related to Transitional Service Agreements.

AI and emerging technologies

• Advise on AI/ML product development, and responsible AI governance, (training data rights, safety, bias, transparency, output/IP risks, attribution).
• Draft and negotiate AI-specific contractual provisions with vendors and customers; assess and operationalize evolving AI regulations and standards.

Cybersecurity, data, and privacy

• Counsel on cybersecurity requirements, incident response readiness, breach notification, and security audits; negotiate security addenda aligned to SOC 2, ISO 27001, and industry frameworks.
• Support information governance, data retention, and vendor risk management.

Trademarks and brand protection

• Lead trademark clearance, filing, prosecution, portfolio management, and renewals globally with assistance of outside counsel.
• Manage enforcement, oppositions, UDRP/domain name strategy, brand usage guidelines, and social media and marketing reviews.
• Serve as a strategic advisor and thought partner to senior leaders, translating complex risk into pragmatic, business-forward solutions.

Qualifications

• Requirements include excellent analytic, legal writing and communication skills, familiarity with corporate operations and SBU objectives and demonstrated ability to interact with Company personnel as well as outside counsel and representatives of other companies and adversaries
• Requires expert knowledge of a specialized area of law
• Completion of law school with a JD or LLB degree and admission to the bar of at least one jurisdiction in the United States required
• Generally requires at least 10 years' experience as a practicing attorney

About Us
Pay Philosophy: The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role.

As a purpose-driven organization, Liberty Mutual is committed to fostering an environment where employees from all backgrounds can build long and meaningful careers. Through strong relationships, comprehensive benefits and continuous learning opportunities, we seek to create an environment where employees can succeed, both professionally and personally.

At Liberty Mutual, we believe progress happens when people feel secure. By providing protection for the unexpected and delivering it with care, we help people embrace today and confidently pursue tomorrow.

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where employees from all backgrounds can build long and meaningful careers. By actively seeking employee feedback and amplifying the voices of our seven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are open to all, we create an environment where every individual can make a meaningful impact so we continue to meet the evolving needs of our customers.

We value your hard work, integrity and commitment to make things better, and we put people first by offering you benefits that support your life and well-being. To learn more about our benefit offerings please visit: https://LMI.co/Benefits

Liberty Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information or on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.

Fair Chance Notices

• California
• Los Angeles Incorporated
• Los Angeles Unincorporated
• Philadelphia
• San Francisco

Client-provided location(s): Boston, MA, Flexible / Remote, Portsmouth, NH

Job ID: liberty_mutual-2025-72159-en_1

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-09-13T20:01:02