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Role
Technology and AI (including generative AI) are central to IHG’s digital
and operational strategy, and we’re strengthening AI governance to support
responsible, secure use.
style="font-size: 10pt;">Corporate Counsel – Technology & AI provides legal
support across the Global Products & Technology (P&T) teams and the AI
lifecycle (with emphasis on generative AI, data-driven products, and emerging
tech), partnering with Information Security, Compliance, and Privacy to enable
innovation while managing legal, regulatory, and reputational
risk.
The role sits within the legal team supporting P&T, but will work
closely with the ethics and compliance function and will coordinate with broader
Business Reputation & Responsibility (BRR)
functions.
Your Day-to-Day
Legal Strategy & Risk
Management
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regulatory and reputational risks associated with procuring and deploying
technology platforms, including AI and generative AI solutions, across corporate
and consumer-facing systems, and work with compliance and risk and assurance
teams to develop strategies for addressing risks.
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to monitor, interpret, and operationalize global AI laws and frameworks
and provide practical guidance for business teams.
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and other internal reviews and audits relating to new AI tools and new uses
of existing tools. -
style="font-size: 10pt;">Brief senior leaders on technology and AI legal trends,
enforcement, and risk posture.
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Governance &
Policy Development-
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with legal colleagues (including privacy), Information Security, and P&T
teams to build and maintain technology and AI-specific governance, standards,
and responsible-use policies. -
style="font-size: 10pt;">Define and champion risk-based legal guardrails,
and advise technology and AI working groups and steering committees
as technology and processes mature.
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Vendor Engagement
and Business Partnership
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Draft, review, and negotiate technology agreements with providers
and strategic partners, including AI-specific terms.
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Build relationships
with global P&T teams to be fully engaged and present to provide real‑time
legal advice on proposals for new technology developments and AI uses, features,
and tools.Collaborate with privacy and legal teams supporting commercial
and marketing, operations, HR and other teams on AI‑enabled personalization,
automation, and other initiatives.Develop and work with compliance
to deliver training and awareness sessions to legal and business stakeholders
on AI legal developments and risks, governance processes and controls,
and responsible-use principles.What We Need
from You
Education
Bachelor's Degree and a Juris Doctor
Degree. Member of the Georgia State Bar in good standing (or a member
of another state’s bar with the ability to become a member of the Georgia State
Bar).
Experience
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4-10 years’ experience practicing law, with first-hand experience
in diverse technology-related transactions and other projects, particularly
those involving AI deployment. Experience with technology-related
regulatory frameworks (including those specific to AI), responsible AI programs,
and data governance as it relates to AI.
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In-house and law firm
experience, including with complex technology platforms and products, cyber
security, and international aspects of legal risk assessments, as well
as experience working cross‑functionally with technical, product, and business
teams in a fast‑moving environment.
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Technical Skills
and Knowledge-
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to set legal strategy and manage complex, evolving matters in AI
and technology. - Strong drafting and negotiation skills for AI and other technology
agreements (e.g., SaaS, hardware, technology platforms).
style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 12pt;">Excellent judgment, research
and writing, and executive-ready communication skills with an ability to develop
legal strategies and translate legal requirements into practical,
commercially-focused advice.-
style="font-size: 10pt;">Demonstrated stakeholder-management skills and ability
to function effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary legal
team.
style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Location – Atlanta, GA. Our hybrid work
structure includes an expectation of three (3) days a week in the office.
This expectation may be adjusted to evolve with the changing needs of
the business.
style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">The salary range for this role is $150,000
to $185,000. This role is also eligible for bonus pay (as
applicable). We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid
time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401K, and other benefits
to employees.
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