Full-Time

Assistant General Counsel

Business & Legal Affairs, Ad Tech

Posted on 11/5/2024

Roku

Roku

1,001-5,000 employees

Streaming devices and content distribution platform

Consumer Software
Consumer Goods
Entertainment

Compensation Overview

$225k - $338kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

New York, NY, USA

Licensed to practice law in the state of New York, Texas, Florida or California.

Category
Legal
Risk & Compliance
Legal & Compliance
Required Skills
Data Science

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Experience negotiating IOs and other media buying arrangements with advertisers, agencies, publishers and resellers
  • Solid understanding of digital advertising technology, internet technology and cloud computing technology
  • Keen analytical abilities and excellent judgment
  • Pragmatic approach to problem solving
  • Flexibility to adapt and thrive in a constantly changing environment
  • Ability to make smart decisions in the face of ambiguity and imperfect information
  • Entrepreneurial mindset that enables independent work
  • Bachelor’s degree and a Juris Doctorate degree from a U.S. accredited law school
  • Licensed to practice law in the state of New York, Texas, Florida or California
Responsibilities
  • Draft, review and negotiate agreements with publishers and other content providers, advertisers, ad agencies, ad servers, and resellers
  • Structure and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements in support of Roku’s advertising platform, including master services agreements and vendor agreements
  • Advise on data privacy issues in the context of commercial transactions, with working knowledge of privacy law landscape
  • Review ad creatives, advertising claims and sponsorships
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with a wide variety of Roku business units, including the ad sales, ad partnerships, ad ops, content & services, finance, tax, product, engineering, and marketing teams
  • Support the continuous improvement of standard form contracts and legal processes for international markets
  • Draft, provide and implement guidelines for international markets (including advertising and data guidelines)
  • Help develop scalable processes to allow the advertising team the flexibility necessary to move quickly
  • Keep up to date on the latest developments in laws, regulation and industry trends applicable to martech, ad tech, digital media and technology, Big Data, OTT and IOT, including data privacy laws, consumer protection laws, and other guidance from relevant agencies
Desired Qualifications
  • At least 5 years for senior counsel or 10 years for AGC of combined transactional legal experience at a law firm and in-house, that includes working with internet, technology and/or media companies in the ad tech/data space
  • Familiarity with ad transactions and working with content providers in the context of advertising in Latin American markets
  • Familiarity with both B2B and B2C aspects of the digital advertising ecosystem
  • Familiarity with insertion orders and IAB terms and conditions for digital advertising
  • Experience working with brands, advertising agencies, publishers and other content providers
  • Excellent working knowledge of data privacy, marketing and consumer protection laws
  • Significant experience drafting and negotiating SaaS agreements, digital marketing agreements, agreements with creative services agencies, production companies, talent and rights holders, and similar complex services agreements, including related privacy and data security provisions
  • Skills and experience necessary to advise on a broad range of the legal issues related to digital advertising businesses, including intellectual property, data protection, consumer protection and privacy issues in the context of advertising related technology
  • Experience working in a cross-department, cross-functional role requiring good client relationship skills, including the ability to independently solicit the advice and input of different stakeholders as necessary and appropriate
  • Excellent negotiating skills, keen analytical abilities, a pragmatic approach to problem solving, as well as a track record of success in handling complex business and legal issues in a fast-paced, agile and evolving technology-driven business environment
  • Proven ability to quickly understand complex products and services, while identifying key issues and risks and offering creative solutions for business enablement
  • Spanish fluency a plus

Roku operates in the streaming television market, providing a variety of products such as Roku-branded TVs, streaming players, and audio equipment. Their products are powered by a specialized operating system that enhances the home theater experience. Roku also creates exclusive content through Roku Originals, which is available on The Roku Channel, a free streaming service that reaches around 80 million households. The company generates revenue through hardware sales, advertising, and content distribution, setting it apart from competitors by offering both a wide range of devices and a free content platform. Roku's goal is to deliver an accessible and enjoyable streaming experience for consumers.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$241M

Headquarters

San Jose, California

Founded

2002

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

-1%

2 year growth

-1%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Partnership with CHiQ expands Roku's market presence in the UK and Europe.
  • Introduction of 'fast' channels can boost user engagement and ad revenue.
  • Strong investor confidence is shown by new investments from multiple asset management firms.

What critics are saying

  • Dolby lawsuit poses potential legal and financial challenges for Roku.
  • Market saturation in the U.S. and Mexico limits growth opportunities.
  • Dependence on TV manufacturer partnerships could impact product distribution.

What makes Roku unique

  • Roku's proprietary OS offers a seamless and user-friendly streaming experience.
  • Roku Originals provide exclusive content, enhancing The Roku Channel's appeal.
  • Roku's diverse product suite includes TVs, streaming players, and audio equipment.

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Benefits

Unlimited vacation days

Medical, wellness, and financial benefits

Free snacks and access to fitness center at headquarters

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