Corporate Counsel- AI, Cyber & IP (Hybrid in Charlotte or Remote) at Moody's in Charlotte, North Carolina

Posted in Professional Services about 8 hours ago.

Type: Full Time





Job Description:

Location(s):


  • 1414 S Tryon Street, 7th Floor, The Railyard Floors 5-8, Charlotte, North Carolina, 28203, US

  • Remote - United States, US

Line Of Business: Legal(LEGAL)

Entity: Moody's Shared Services(MSS)

Job Category:

  • Corporate Services

Experience Level: Experienced Hire

At Moody's, we unite the brightest minds to turn today's risks into tomorrow's opportunities. We do this by striving to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to be who they are-with the freedom to exchange ideas, think innovatively, and listen to each other and customers in meaningful ways.

If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every single requirement, please apply! You still may be a great fit for this role or other open roles. We are seeking candidates who model our values: invest in every relationship, lead with curiosity, champion diverse perspectives, turn inputs into actions, and uphold trust through integrity.

Come join a newly formed, dynamic team responsible for topics of strategic importance to Moody's including AI, Cyber and IP. We are seeking an attorney with the tools and motivation to help navigate exciting and cutting-edge technology legal issues. The position will be based in Charlotte, with a hybrid work environment. Other Moody's locations will be considered.

Skills and Competencies:
* At least three years of relevant experience at a leading law firm is preferred. Candidates with similar in-house experience focusing on complex technologies will be considered.
* Strong technical skill with a demonstrable interest in emerging technologies. Law firm experience specifically advising on emerging regulations in AI is preferred.
* Highly motivated and intellectually curious, with a willingness to learn and adapt as team and individual roles evolve.

Education:
J.D. from an accredited law school, strong academic credentials, and admission to at least one state bar association. A STEM undergraduate degree is preferred.

Responsibilities:
* Participate in all facets of legal's role in AI Governance including interpreting law and advising the business on legal matters relating to AI
* Keep apprised of new AI laws and regulations in all jurisdictions where Moody's conducts business and advising on impact to lines of business
* Assist in building comprehensive responsible AI program consistent with EU AI Act and other relevant laws
* Work with risk, compliance, information security, and other stakeholders in conducting and documenting AI Governance efforts
* Serve as subject matter expert for customer and vendor negotiations involving AI capabilities
* Support team in providing subject matter expertise on legal aspects of Cyber including advising on cyber regulations and supporting incident response efforts.
* Assist team with handling wide variety of IP issues including patents, trademarks, copyright and trade secret protections
* Advise on other emergent and complex technology law issues including DeFi initiatives.

About the team:
The AI & Digital Rights team sits within Moody's Legal Department supporting all functions, lines of business and 100% and majority-owned affiliates of Moody's Corporation, including Moody's Ratings, Moody's Analytics and Moody's Shared Services.

For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is $117,200-$170,000, depending on factors such as experience, education, level, skills, and location. This range is based on a full-time position. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for incentive compensation. Moody's also offers a competitive benefits package, including not but limited to medical, dental, vision, parental leave, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, life, disability, and accident insurance, a discounted employee stock purchase plan, and tuition reimbursement.

Moody's is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion, national origin, citizen status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Moody's also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about a reasonable accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email accommodations@moodys.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only, and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

For San Francisco positions, qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

This position may be considered a promotional opportunity, pursuant to the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

Click here to view our full EEO policy statement. Click here for more information on your EEO rights under the law. Click here to view our Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination statement. Click here to view our Notice to New York City Applicants.
Candidates for Moody's Corporation may be asked to disclose securities holdings pursuant to Moody's Policy for Securities Trading and the requirements of the position. Employment is contingent upon compliance with the Policy, including remediation of positions in those holdings as necessary.



Moody's Corporation is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, as amended by the Jobs for Veterans Act of 2002, 38 U.S.C. 4212 (VEVRAA), which requires Government contractors to take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment: (1) disabled veterans; (2) recently separated veterans; (3) active duty wartime or campaign badge veterans; and (4) Armed Forces service medal veterans.


VEVRAA Federal Contractor


We Request Priority Protected Veteran and Disabled Referrals for all of our locations


Please contact Donna Hutchinson, Assistant Vice President, Talent Attraction for any questions regarding this listing.


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