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Senior Counsel, France

OpenAIParis, FranceLegal
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Salary
Not listed
Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Remote
Experience
Senior
Posted
5 Oct 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Based in Paris, France, this full-time position functions as the country lawyer for OpenAI, providing comprehensive legal support for local operations with an emphasis on regulatory matters. This role suits an experienced legal professional who can advise on French and European Union legislation, coordinate with policy teams, and guide local business initiatives.

Role Overview

OpenAI seeks a senior counsel to manage legal and regulatory affairs for its office in France. The professional acts as the primary legal partner for local leadership, evaluating legislative developments and assisting with governmental engagements.

Key Responsibilities

Analyze existing and emerging French and European Union laws, enforcement actions, and policy proposals to determine business implications.
Coordinate with government affairs and policy teams to prepare consultation responses, briefing materials, and inputs for regulatory engagements.
Advise on local commercial initiatives, including partnerships, research collaborations, marketing events, and university projects.
Deliver general country legal support spanning local governance, office development, workplace compliance, and employment matters.

Requirements

Hold a law degree, specifically a Master 2 in Law, Bac+5, or an equivalent qualification.
Demonstrate substantial experience advising on French law across commercial, employment, corporate, and operational domains.
Bring relevant in-house, law firm, government, or institutional legal experience involving regulatory engagement, enforcement, or policy development.
Possess the ability to communicate and negotiate effectively in both French and English.

Skills and Tools

Legal interpretation and analysis
Regulatory compliance
Policy development
Commercial and corporate law
Employment and workplace compliance
French and English communication

About the Company

OpenAI is an artificial intelligence research and deployment organization focused on ensuring general-purpose artificial intelligence benefits humanity. The company develops AI systems and deploys them globally through various products while maintaining a commitment to equal employment opportunity and workplace diversity.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official OpenAI careers page to submit an application for this position.

Questions candidates ask

Where is the position located?

The role is located in Paris, France.

What is the primary focus of the senior counsel role?

The primary focus is on regulatory and policy legal matters affecting products, business operations, and local presence in France.

What educational qualifications are required?

Applicants must have a law degree, such as a Master 2 in Law, Bac+5, or an equivalent qualification.

What languages are required for the role?

Candidates must be able to communicate and negotiate effectively in both French and English.

How should candidates apply?

Candidates must apply through the official OpenAI careers page.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official OpenAI careers page.

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