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 seeking a Senior Commercial Legal Counsel to join our Legal team and focus primarily on Contracts & Commercial topics. As a member of our legal team (based in Paris or London), you will be instrumental in :   • Supporting our business in drafting our contracts, agreements and terms to enable deal making and revenue generation • Drive contracts negotiations and help contracts adaptation to the evolving AI regulation and compliance   The role reports into our Director, commercial legal affairs based in Paris. The legal team currently comprises 30 persons across Paris, London, Singapore and Palo Alto, covering a spectrum of competences across regulatory, IP, contracts and corporate.   What you will do • Alongside with the Director, commercial legal affairs, supervise the EMEA commercial legal team: case monitoring, first point of escalation, decision-making support, team coordination  • Drive the development of structural resources for the commercial legal team but also for other stakeholders (GTM teams, procurement, etc.).  • Draft, update and provide strategic advice on a wide range of contracts, including but not limited to AI-related service agreements. • Negotiate (markup, arguments, strategies) such contracts with suppliers, partners, customers and other stakeholders. • With the support of other team members (especially in direct connection with the product and compliance team) in their respective fields of expertise, stay updated on the latest products and AI-related legal and regulatory developments, including when coming from customers’ fields, and provide guidance to their translation into contract adaptation and negotiation. • Provide training and support to the business on legal and compliance matters related to AI, and on contract negotiation   About you Background: Master degree in law, a bar admission is a plus, as well as an experience in a fast-growing environment. Experience: a minimum of 8-10 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in a related technology or AI-focused environment involving contract negotiation. Knowledge of Artificial Intelligence: An understanding of artificial intelligence technologies and their applications is essential. Good knowledge of the relevant area of law, such as data privacy, intellectual property, contract law and liability, regulatory and compliance. 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. Ethical Awareness: A strong understanding of ethical considerations related to AI, such as fairness, transparency, accountability, and bias mitigation, is important. Benefits   FRANCE VERSION 🇫🇷   💰 Competitive cash salary and equity 🥕 Daily lunch vouchers : Swile meal vouchers with 10,83€ per worked day, incl 60% offered by company 🥎 Sport : Enjoy discounted access to gyms and fitness studios through our Wellpass partnership 🚴 Transportation : Monthly contribution to a mobility pass via Betterway 🧑‍⚕️ Health : Full health insurance for you and your family 🍼 Parental : Generous parental leave policy 🌎 Visa sponsorship 🤝 Coaching: we offer BetterUp coaching on a voluntary basis   UK  🇬🇧   💰 Competitive cash salary and equity 🚑 Health Insurance 🚴 Transportation: Reimburse office parking charges, or 90GBP/month for public transport 🥎 Sport: 90GBP/month allowance for gym membership 🥕 Food : £200 monthly allowance (solution might evolve as we grow bigger)  👴🏻 Pension plan: SmartPension (percentages are 5% Employee & 3% Employer) 🍼 Parental : Generous parental leave policy 🌎 Visa sponsorship   By applying, you agree to our Applicant Privacy Policy.