SoundCloud is looking to solve the problem of ensuring compliance, user-friendliness, and scalability of its products across global markets, while also providing a platform for artists and fans to connect and share through music.
Requirements
- Advanced knowledge of consumer law and e-commerce law
- Strong background in technology, product counseling, data privacy, consumer protection, and/or financial services law
- Experience supporting subscription, e-commerce, and monetization products across multiple jurisdictions
- Strong familiarity with Apple and Google developer terms and their implications on monetization models
- Expertise in payment services/financial regulations in the U.S., EU, U.K., Canada, and Australia
- Understanding of peer-to-peer payments, e-commerce and marketplace models
- Working knowledge of data privacy laws in the U.S. and Europe
Responsibilities
- Provide pragmatic, business-minded solution-focused legal advice throughout the product development cycle, balancing risk and innovation.
- Advise on creator and fan subscriptions and compliance with global subscription laws.
- Support development of new marketplace offerings, including physical and digital goods, fan clubs, exclusive content, and peer-to-peer payments.
- Act as the primary resource for product-related data protection issues, including sign-up flows, consent mechanisms, and data usage.
- Draft, review, and maintain product-related Terms of Service, Privacy Policy provisions, and marketing disclosures.
- Support product marketing and growth initiatives, including performance marketing, push/email notifications, brand campaigns, and compliance with consumer protection and advertising regulations.
- Ensure compliance with third-party developer guidelines (Apple, Google) and other platform sign-in or integration requirements.
Other
- Qualified lawyer with 5+ years of legal experience, including in-house experience at a tech or digital media company
- Collaborative and able to balance business needs with legal risks
- Strong communicator who can translate complex legal issues into clear, actionable advice
- Ability to analyze competitor terms and models, advising on advantages, risks, and strategic positioning
- Experience preparing and revising terms of use, policies, and compliance frameworks to support product launches and growth
