Commercial Counsel, EMEA

About Anthropic

Anthropic is dedicated to developing dependable, interpretable, and controllable AI systems that are safe and advantageous for users and society. Our team consists of rapidly growing researchers, engineers, policy specialists, and business leaders collaborating to create beneficial AI technologies.

Role Overview

We are looking for a skilled Commercial Counsel to join our founding Commercial Legal team in the EMEA region. This role involves acting as a strategic legal advisor to our sales teams, handling complex deal negotiations and commercial initiatives that support our growth across a broad range of EMEA clients, from SMBs to large enterprises. The successful candidate will guide complex technology agreements across various sectors and advise on legal and regulatory aspects related to responsible AI deployment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, evaluate, and negotiate commercial contracts focusing primarily on GTM and sales transactions within EMEA, including enterprise agreements.
• Collaborate closely with Sales and Go-to-Market teams to accelerate deal completion and provide practical legal advice.
• Develop and enhance commercial legal infrastructure, including contract templates, process documentation, and playbooks.
• Identify and appropriately escalate legal risks while enabling business progress.
• Keep abreast of legal trends impacting AI technologies.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with clients of all sizes, regulatory bodies, and partners throughout the EMEA region.

Minimum Qualifications

• Law degree with credentials to practice in a relevant EMEA jurisdiction.
• Experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts such as enterprise or SaaS agreements.
• Excellent legal writing and the ability to communicate complex legal principles clearly to non-legal audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SaaS agreements, technology transactions, or commercial contracts.
• Background working in-house at major technology firms with EMEA activities.
• Familiarity with AI, machine learning, or cutting-edge technologies in commercial contexts.
• Proven track record supporting sales teams through diverse client negotiations.
• Comfort managing multi-party agreements that involve technical and policy elements.
• Keen interest in AI technology and regulatory policy, along with commitment to responsible AI development.
• A collaborative, humble work approach with readiness to actively contribute beyond legal tasks.
• Adeptness at operating in dynamic, shifting environments.
• At least four years of legal experience.

Additional Details

The candidate is expected to work onsite in our Dublin office for a minimum of three days weekly, with some possibility for initial flexibility. The role offers annual compensation ranging from €165,000 to €210,000 EUR reflecting target earnings including base salary and sales incentives.

We sponsor visas where applicable and provide immigration support. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply, emphasizing inclusivity and diversity as vital in AI's social and ethical dimensions.

Please be cautious of fraudulent communication. Official recruiting contacts use only @anthropic.com email addresses or recognized partners who clearly identify themselves. No fees or banking information will ever be requested before employment.

Company Culture and Mission

Anthropic values high-impact, team-based AI research centered on scalable scientific efforts rather than narrow projects. Communication skills and collaboration are highly prized. Our research builds on established AI standards and safety frameworks.

Logistical Information

• Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Relevant academic or professional background in law or related fields.
• Expectation of working from office at least 25% of the time.
• Visa sponsorship and immigration assistance available.