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Legal AI Governance and Integration Lead

Date Posted:Aug 28, 2025

The American Arbitration Association is an equal opportunity employer (EEO) and considers all employees and applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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Description

Overview

The Legal AI Governance & Integration Lead will be a key architect in shaping the AAA’s legal frameworks and compliance strategies for AI-infused products. This leadership role integrates legal expertise with AI fluency to ensure trustworthy, ethical, and strategically aligned deployment of machine intelligence. As a linchpin between legal, technical, and executive teams, the Lead steers governance protocols, AI knowledge ecosystems, and model validation pipelines—empowering AI innovation while ensuring defensibility, fairness, and regulatory readiness.

Compensation: $163,000 to $175,000 annual salary plus 20% incentive target

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Trust Architecture & Compliance

+ Act as AI legal evaluator for all system-generated outputs that impact contractual, regulatory, or dispute-related decisions.

+ Serve as the enterprise lead for AI legal risk mitigation, model validation, and compliance with evolving global AI laws (e.g., EU AI Act, NIST frameworks).

+ Monitor, interpret, and operationalize global data privacy regulations as they relate to AI development and deployment, ensuring alignment across all data-driven functions.

+ Partner with Privacy and Information Security teams to integrate privacy-by-design principles into AI product lifecycles.

AI Integration & Enablement

+ Translate legal principles into computable logic for AI development through strategic prompt design, model governance standards, and feedback loops.

+ Collaborate with AI Engineers, Data Scientists, and Product Owners to integrate legal-ethics principles into system architecture and product strategy.

Human-AI Oversight & Evaluation

+ Spearhead a multidisciplinary “human-in-the-loop” QA model for AI outputs, emphasizing interpretability, consistency, and cultural-legal nuance.

+ Guide the development of AI audit protocols and lead periodic cross-functional reviews with Ethics, Security, and Compliance teams.

Cross-Functional Knowledge Transfer

+ Maintain up-to-date knowledge of and track the regulatory landscape for AI.

+ Provide legal training and guidance on emerging AI risks, privacy, and ethics.

+ Serve as a voting member of the AI Governance Committee and AI Enablement Committee.

+ Liaise with the AAA Innovation and Data teams to align legal requirements with product roadmaps.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

+ J.D. from an accredited institution; licensed and in good standing with at least one state bar admission in the U.S.

+ 5-7 years of legal experience with a strong track record in AI, data governance, and privacy (including IAPP privacy certification or comparable).

+ Demonstrated leadership in cross-disciplinary environments, ideally including digital transformation or AI implementation initiatives.

+ Exposure to machine learning concepts, generative AI models, and algorithmic auditing frameworks.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

+ Comprehensive knowledge of litigation procedures, alternative dispute resolution, and relevant state and federal regulations. Ability to conduct legal research, interpret complex legal issues, and provide sound advice.

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to express complex legal concepts clearly to both legal and non-legal audiences. Strong presentation and negotiation skills.

+ Sharp analytical skills with the ability to identify potential legal issues, assess risks, and develop effective solutions. Demonstrated capacity for strategic thinking and sound judgment.

+ Understanding of business operations and the ability to align legal strategies with organizational goals. Proficiency in legal technology and case management systems.

About AAA-ICDR

The American Arbitration Association and its global arm, the International Centre for Dispute Resolution (AAA-ICDR), are the world’s leaders in arbitration, mediation, and online dispute resolution. As we evolve into a digital-first, solutions-driven organization, we are reshaping how the world thinks about conflict resolution—combining the integrity of our legacy with the agility of a modern tech company.

Named one of the 50 best non-profits to work for by the Non-Profit Times, our employees enjoy rewarding careers in a fast-paced, results-driven environment. We offer a competitive compensation package, including incentives. Eligible employees also participate in a comprehensive benefits program that includes medical, dental, orthodontia, vision coverage, student loan repayment, 403(b) retirement plan with substantial company match, discounted pet insurance, and generous paid-time-off benefits.

The American Arbitration Association is an equal opportunity employer (EEO) and considers all employees and applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.