The Role
Cloudflare is a leading connectivity cloud company that runs one of the world's largest and most interconnected networks, powering and protecting millions of websites, remote teams, applications, and anything connected to the Internet. Our global network, fast-paced innovation, and commitment to helping build a better Internet puts us at the forefront of some of the most complex and important issues in technology and law. We are looking for an experienced lawyer to help navigate this constantly evolving regulatory landscape.
Cloudflare is looking for a lawyer to help lead our response to Cloudflare's most complex regulatory issues, whether they arise from regulatory inquiries or enforcement actions, new legal requirements, or proposed new laws. This individual will handle critical regulatory issues around the globe and will work cross-functionally with subject-matter experts across our Legal, Policy, and Trust & Safety Team, as well as across the broader company. The ideal candidate has the passion to keep pace with a fast-moving docket, the curiosity to dive deep into evolving technology and law, and the strategic vision to navigate novel legal issues with an eye towards protecting Cloudflare and its principles.
In this role you will:
- Respond to high-stakes regulatory inquiries or enforcement actions;
- Support the Policy Team in advocacy regarding proposed legislations or regulations related to the Internet and Cloudflare;
- Evaluate newly enacted laws to determine applicability to Cloudflare's services and guide our Cloudflare's response;
- Provide support to our Product Legal Team in evaluating regulatory implications arising from new products or services;
- Support our Go to Market Function in addressing emerging regulatory questions posed by Cloudflare's customers related to the use of our services;
- Collaborate with legal team members to improve processes, provide training, and ensure business needs are met.
You have:
- J.D. degree and admitted to practice law in a relevant jurisdiction.
- 10+ years of relevant legal experience, preferably at a top law firm, in-house at a technology company, or in a government regulatory or enforcement agency.
- Deep expertise in navigating complex regulatory frameworks, responding to government inquiries, and advising on compliance with new and proposed laws.
- Experience working on a global scale with a variety of international regulatory regimes.
- Exceptional ability to work cross-functionally with lawyers and non-lawyers to find practical, effective, and principled solutions.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex regulatory concepts to business leaders and to advocate for the company's position externally.
- An ambitious and strategic mindset that enables you to work independently and autonomously, but also to exercise good judgment and escalate issues when needed.
- Flexibility to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced environment, leading with empathy and understanding while embracing diverse points of view.
Compensation
Compensation may be adjusted depending on work location.
- For D.C. based hires: Estimated annual salary of $249,000 - $305,000
Equity
This role is eligible to participate in Cloudflare's equity plan.
Benefits
Cloudflare offers a complete package of benefits and programs to support you and your family. Our benefits programs can help you pay health care expenses, support caregiving, build capital for the future and make life a little easier and fun! The below is a description of our benefits for employees in the United States, and benefits may vary for employees based outside the U.S.
Health & Welfare Benefits
- Medical/Rx Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Commuter Spending Accounts
- Fertility & Family Forming Benefits
- On-demand mental health support and Employee Assistance Program
- Global Travel Medical Insurance
Financial Benefits
- Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Life & Accident Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Employee Stock Participation Plan
Time Off
- Flexible paid time off covering vacation and sick leave
- Leave programs, including parental, pregnancy health, medical, and bereavement leave
What We Do
Cloudflare, Inc. (NYSE: NET) is the leading connectivity cloud company on a mission to help build a better Internet. It empowers organizations to make their employees, applications and networks faster and more secure everywhere, while reducing complexity and cost. Cloudflare’s connectivity cloud delivers the most full-featured, unified platform of cloud-native products and developer tools, so any organization can gain the control they need to work, develop, and accelerate their business.
Powered by one of the world’s largest and most interconnected networks, Cloudflare blocks billions of threats online for its customers every day. It is trusted by millions of organizations – from the largest brands to entrepreneurs and small businesses to nonprofits, humanitarian groups, and governments across the globe.
Why Work With Us
Cloudflare employees come from all walks of life. We are mission-driven, and our team is energized by a collaborative, creative environment that celebrates our differences and fosters new ways to grow together.
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