Product Regulatory Legal Counsel (EU)

About Mistral At Mistral AI, we believe in the power of AI to simplify tasks, save time, and enhance learning and creativity. Our technology is designed to integrate seamlessly into daily working life. We democratize AI through high-performance, optimized, open-source and cutting-edge models, products and solutions. Our comprehensive AI platform is designed to meet enterprise as well as personal needs. Our offerings include Le Chat, AI Studio, Mistral Code and Mistral Compute — a suite that brings frontier intelligence to end-users. We are a dynamic, collaborative team passionate about AI and its potential to transform society. Our diverse workforce thrives in competitive environments and is committed to driving innovation. Our teams are distributed between France, USA, UK, Germany and Singapore. We are creative, low-ego and team-spirited. Join us to be part of a pioneering company shaping the future of AI. Together, we can make a meaningful impact. See more about our culture on https://mistral.ai/careers. Role Summary We are looking for an experienced Legal Counsel to support Mistral AI’s compliance and regulatory efforts by being the product, engineering and public affairs teams' closest partner and advisor. Play a pivotal role in shaping AI compliance, tackle cutting-edge regulations, influence the future of AI, and collaborate directly with our engineering, science, public affairs and product teams at the heart of a rapidly evolving industry. The legal team currently comprises 24 persons across Paris, Singapore and Palo Alto, covering a spectrum of competences across regulatory, IP, contracts and corporate. Key responsibilities Collaborate with cross-functional teams in close partnership with engineering, science and product teams to ensure legal and regulatory compliance in the development and deployment of AI technologies. Collaborate with the public affairs teams on regulatory efforts. Stay updated on the latest AI-related legal and regulatory developments, and provide practical guidance to the organization on potential risks, solutions and opportunities. Provide training and support to the business on legal and compliance matters related to AI. Help drafting terms and other contractual materials, or negotiate contracts with upstream partners or suppliers, including but not limited to AI-related service agreements. Support team on other legal topics as needed. Qualifications and skills • Background : Master degree in law, a bar admission is a plus, as well as an experience in a fast-growing environment • Experience: 5 years of experience in a law firm or in a tech company, in IT law • Knowledge of Artificial Intelligence: An understanding of artificial intelligence technologies and their applications is essential • Solution oriented approach: The ideal candidate should be able to identify compliance issues and develop effective strategies to address and resolve them. They should be capable of implementing practical solutions • Project management: The candidate has good project management skills • Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex legal and technical issues related to AI and to identify potential legal risks and solutions is important. Candidates should be detail-oriented and have strong problem-solving skills • Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication; Strong ability to present complex legal concepts in a clear and understandable manner. Business oriented • International mindset: An international experience is a plus • Adaptability: Given the rapidly evolving nature of AI technologies and the legal landscape surrounding them, candidates should be adaptable and willing to continuously learn and update their skills and knowledge. Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment. Proactive, flexible, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment What We Offer • Ability to shape the exciting journey of AI and be part of the very early da