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About the Role
Roku is seeking an Assistant General Counsel, Litigation to manage its litigation portfolio outside of intellectual property, focusing on consumer class actions, commercial disputes, and government investigations, particularly those related to privacy. This role involves end-to-end management of disputes, including strategy development, directing outside counsel, and making resolution decisions. The ideal candidate will be energized by ambiguity, capable of constructing novel legal arguments, and adept at clear and forceful written communication.
Responsibilities
- Own Roku’s corporate litigation portfolio outside of intellectual property, including consumer class actions, commercial and contract disputes, and privacy-related claims.
- Define case strategy and make recommendations on litigation, settlement, or escalation.
- Manage government investigations and inquiries from various regulators.
- Coordinate cross-functional responses to regulatory matters.
- Develop novel legal theories and creative litigation strategies.
- Operate comfortably amid incomplete facts, unsettled law, and uncertainty.
- Write clear and persuasive arguments, memos, and correspondence.
- Help build and scale repeatable litigation processes.
- Manage outside counsel relationships and budgets.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to business and functional teams on litigation and privacy risk.
- Provide clear reporting on litigation exposure, trends, and key matters to leadership.
Requirements
- Substantial experience managing complex litigation at a top-tier law firm or in house, including consumer class actions and government investigations.
- Skilled at developing litigation strategy and managing outside counsel.
- A track record of finding creative, non-obvious solutions to hard legal problems.
- Comfortable operating without a clear precedent or roadmap.
- Ability to write and think at a high level, producing clear, economical, and persuasive written communication.
- Excellent verbal communication skills, with the ability to advise senior stakeholders.
- Proven ability to build relationships and operate effectively across a matrixed organization.
- Strong track record of handling complex legal issues in a fast-paced, technology-driven company.
- 10+ years of combined litigation experience at a law firm, in-house, or both.
- Direct experience litigating consumer class actions and/or handling government investigations.
- Experience in high-growth technology or media companies.
- J.D. from a U.S. accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing.
Skills
- Litigation strategy
- Outside counsel management
- Creative problem-solving
- Legal writing
- Verbal communication
- Cross-functional influence
- Privacy law
- Consumer protection law
- Commercial litigation
- Government investigations
Location
- Remote
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- 10+ years
Education Level
- J.D. from a U.S. accredited law school
Salary/Compensations
- $260,000 - $280,000
Benefits
- Equity awards
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability benefits
- Parental leave
- Wellness benefits
- Paid time off
- Global access to mental health and financial wellness support and resources
- Retirement options (401(k)/pension)
About the Company
- Roku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, aiming to power every television in the world.
- Roku pioneered streaming to the TV and connects consumers to content, publishers to audiences, and advertisers to consumers.
- Roku is a fast-growing public company where employees make valuable contributions.
- Roku fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment.
- Roku is a great place for people who want to work in a fast-paced environment focused on company success.
- Roku appreciates a sense of humor and values talented individuals who are easy to work with.
- Roku believes a few talented individuals can achieve more than larger, less talented teams.
- Roku employees are independent thinkers with big ideas who act boldly, move fast, and accomplish extraordinary things through collaboration and trust.
- Roku's culture is built on being problem-solvers with a pragmatic approach to innovation.
- Roku has been operating since 2002.
Equal Opportunity
- Roku welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and provides reasonable accommodations and adjustments in accordance with applicable law.
- If you require reasonable accommodation at any point in the hiring process, please direct your inquiries to EmployeeRelations@Roku.com.