Product Compliance Counsel (Remote, Kenya)

About the role

An international, remote-first organization developing digital products that connect people across cultures is looking for a Product Compliance Counsel based in Kenya. You will help ensure that digital products, marketing activities and emerging technologies meet legal and regulatory requirements, working with Product, Marketing and other teams to spot compliance risks and support responsible product development. The role covers consumer protection, advertising, digital platform, sanctions and AI regulations across the EU and US markets.

Key responsibilities

• Review and approve product specifications for websites and mobile apps, and assess risks around features, user journeys, monetization and digital services
• Take part in product compliance audits and incident response
• Review advertising materials and campaigns, advise Marketing teams on consumer protection and promotional claims, and support marketing compliance audits
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments in the EU and US and communicate updates to the business
• Track sanctions developments and support internal sanctions policies, procedures and controls
• Help develop compliance training and onboarding, and maintain internal compliance guidance and playbooks
• Review AI-enabled products and third-party AI integrations, support risk assessments and help set up governance frameworks
• Work with Product, Marketing and other stakeholders to embed compliance in product development

Required profile

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Law or an equivalent legal qualification
• Knowledge of EU and US consumer protection and marketing/advertising compliance, and of digital platform regulations
• Familiarity with emerging AI governance requirements
• Strong written and verbal English and Russian at minimum B2 level
• Strong analytical, research and attention to detail, with good collaboration skills in a remote, international setting

Required skills

• Knowledge of Apple App Store and Google Play guidelines
• Ability to turn complex legal requirements into practical guidance for business and technical teams

What we offer

• Full-time fully remote work with flexible locations
• 28 calendar days of paid vacation plus seven wellness days per year
• Referral bonuses of up to $5,000 and 50% reimbursement for professional training and conferences
• Corporate discounts on English lessons and health support, including up to $1,000 per year for eligible employees
• Home office equipment and possible reimbursement of up to $1,000 once every three years
• Internal recognition program and a globally distributed team