Senior Legal Counsel - Human Rights

At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming great products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Do you possess a deep knowledge of the legal field and a passion for innovation? As a part of our Legal team, you’ll help uphold Apple’s high ethical and corporate standards, defend our intellectual property, and provide legal support for our global products and services. Working for a company that invents entire categories and industries means you’ll be challenged to creatively apply your deep legal expertise to rare and often unexplored aspects of the law. Together with your team, you’ll provide the critical support needed worldwide for Apple products and businesses. As a member of the Services Legal team, you will advise on a wide range of issues relating to Apple's media services, partnering closely with engineering, product, and business teams on product development, commercial transactions, and emerging legal and regulatory matters.

You will draft and negotiate complex digital media, content licensing, and technology agreements, counsel on new product features and initiatives, and assess the implications of evolving regulatory requirements. As a trusted legal advisor, you will translate business objectives into practical solutions, exercise sound judgment in areas of uncertainty, and provide clear, actionable guidance under tight deadlines.

This position requires excellent negotiation and drafting skills, strong business acumen, and the ability to build effective cross-functional relationships. 8+ years of relevant law firm and/or in-house experience advising on digital media, technology, intellectual property, or related matters, including negotiating and drafting complex commercial agreements

Experience in digital media, consumer-facing technology, or content licensing, with a strong understanding of copyright and intellectual property law

Experience analyzing US and international regulatory frameworks impacting digital media, online platforms, and technology services

Experience advising on artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, including related intellectual property, licensing, product, and regulatory considerations

Curious and proactive self-starter with sound judgment and a creative approach to problem-solving

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.

Learn about reasonable accommodations for job applicants Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.

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