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Job Description
Role Purpose
This role provides senior legal support for the operationalization and scaling of AI across AbbVie, with a focus on enterprise AI use cases, commercial transactions, and governance processes. The position exists to enable efficient, consistent, and risk-aligned deployment of AI technologies across the organization.
Scope & Impact
Enterprise scope supporting high-volume AI deployment and adoption across business functions
Leads legal support for AI-related commercial transactions and operational processes
Plays a key role in scaling AI governance frameworks and intake processes (e.g., ACTOR)
Serves as a senior legal advisor to business and functional stakeholders
Individual contributor role with broad cross-functional engagement
Core Duties & Responsibilities
Provide senior legal support for AI-enabled use cases across all business functions , including commercial, R&D, and enterprise productivity tools
Conduct and oversee legal risk assessments at scale , including: Data privacy and data governance risks
Intellectual property and licensing considerations
Regulatory and compliance implications
Draft, review, and negotiate complex AI-related commercial agreements , including: SaaS and AI vendor agreements
Data licensing and use agreements
AI-enabled service and platform agreements
Lead development and implementation of: Standard AI contracting templates and fallback positions
Enterprise playbooks for AI procurement and vendor engagement
Partner with Legal Operations and Governance teams to: Scale and optimize AI intake and review processes (e.g., ACTOR, workflow tools)
Improve efficiency and consistency in legal review
Provide senior‑level guidance and training to business stakeholders on AI legal risks and best practices
Escalate and coordinate resolution of high‑risk or complex issues with AI Legal leadership
Required Qualifications
Juris Doctor (JD) and active bar membership
Minimum 5+ years of legal experience
Significant experience in commercial contracting and technology transactions
Strong expertise in data privacy, IP, and SaaS agreements
Proven ability to manage complex, high‑volume legal workflows
Preferred Qualifications
8+ years of legal experience preferred
Experience with AI/ML technologies or digital platforms
Prior in‑house experience in a large, matrixed organization
Familiarity with enterprise governance and workflow tools
Skills & Competencies
Strong business judgment and pragmatic legal approach
Advanced contract negotiation and issue‑spotting skills
Ability to operate at scale in a fast‑paced environment
Strong cross‑functional collaboration and stakeholder management
Clear and effective communication skills
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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Worksite address
north chicago, IL, 60086, US
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