Counsel, Employment is open at OpenAI in San Francisco (hybrid). The posting gives a salary of $252K - $280K. Posted on Oct 26, 2026, and still on OpenAI’s careers page when we last checked, on Nov 14, 2026.
About the role
We are seeking an employment lawyer to help build the legal foundations for OpenAI’s next stage of growth. Working closely with our employment counsel team and colleagues across the company, you will shape practical approaches to challenging employment issues in a fast-growing AI company. This is a hands-on role for a thoughtful lawyer who enjoys variety, moves quickly, and wants to help build a strong employment…
The opening lines of the posting. The rest is on OpenAI’s careers page.
Hiring at OpenAI
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