Product Counsel Job at Appian Corporation (McLean)

Product Counsel

Appian Corporation

Location:
United States , McLean

Category:
Legal

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Not provided

Save Job

Apply Position

Job Description:

Appian is seeking a Product Counsel to work directly with our Product and Engineering teams, serving as a trusted advisor throughout the entire development lifecycle—from ideation to launch. In this role, the Product Counsel will navigate complex global regulatory landscapes, with a specific focus on privacy compliance and AI governance, to enable rapid innovation while effectively mitigating legal risk. The Product Counsel will be expected to partner with our technology teams to be knowledgeable regarding Appian technology and become a trusted resource within those teams and the Legal department.

Job Responsibility:

Act as a trusted advisor to Appian product, engineering, and business technology teams throughout the development lifecycle for the Appian platform and associated applications
Assist with compliance with US and international laws and regulations including those concerning privacy, artificial intelligence, copyright, security, marketing, and data protection
Coordinate advice with cross-functional stakeholders, including product, engineering, security, and other internal and external legal counsel
Build positive and influential relationships company-wide through business-focused legal advice, knowledge-sharing and training
Assist with contracts, security, and product teams in responding to focused questionnaires from customers or prospective customers (e.g., DPAs, AI questionnaires)
assist with vendor contract reviews as needed
Coordinate among departments and provide guidance on subject data access requests of customers and employees as needed
Assist with privacy impact assessments and advise on privacy compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, CCPA), and stay up to date on applicable regulations

Requirements:

Juris Doctorate required
Admitted to the bar and in good standing or otherwise authorized to practice law (e.g., have registered in-house status) in the state in which the position is located
3+ years of experience gained at a law firm or in-house focused on issues related to the interaction between technology and the law (e.g., data privacy and security, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, or emerging technology issues)

Nice to have:

Experience gained at a law firm or in-house focused on issues related to the interaction between technology and the law (e.g., data privacy and security, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, or emerging technology issues)
Prior experience in-house at a technology company
Prior experience with Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) licensing and technology
A strong mix of legal, business, and technical acumen to allow the new employee to understand and interface with stakeholders from multiple departments
Certified privacy professional (CIPP)

What we offer:

Training and Development: During onboarding, we focus on equipping new hires with the skills and knowledge for success through department-specific training. Continuous learning is a central focus at Appian, with dedicated mentorship and the First-Friend program being widely utilized resources for new hires
Growth Opportunities: Appian provides a diverse array of growth and development opportunities, including our leadership program tailored for new and aspiring managers, a comprehensive library of specialized department training through Appian University, skills based training, and tuition reimbursement for those aiming to advance their education
Community: We’ll immerse you into our community rooted in respect starting on day one. Appian fosters inclusivity through our 8 employee-led affinity groups. These groups help employees build stronger internal and external networks by planning social, educational, and outreach activities to connect with Appianites and larger initiatives throughout the company

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 06, 2026

Work Type:

On-site work

Appian Corporation - All Job Offers

Job Link Share:

Product Counsel

Appian Corporation

Location:
United States , McLean

Category:
Legal

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Nice to have:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 06, 2026

Looking for more opportunities? Search for other job offers that match your skills and interests.

Similar Jobs for Product Counsel

Director of Product Counsel

Senior Director - Product Counsel

Product & Data Protection Counsel

Insurance Counsel - Product Development & Claims

Senior Corporate Counsel, Product and Privacy

Senior Counsel – Exploration & Production

Senior Lead Counsel - Product

Senior Counsel, Product/Regulatory

Product Counsel

Appian Corporation

Location:United States , McLean

Category:Legal

Contract Type:Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Nice to have:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:January 06, 2026

Looking for more opportunities? Search for other job offers that match your skills and interests.

Similar Jobs for Product Counsel

Director of Product Counsel

Senior Director - Product Counsel

Product & Data Protection Counsel

Insurance Counsel - Product Development & Claims

Senior Corporate Counsel, Product and Privacy

Senior Counsel – Exploration & Production

Senior Lead Counsel - Product

Senior Counsel, Product/Regulatory

Location:
United States , McLean

Category:
Legal

Contract Type:
Not provided

Job Posted:
January 06, 2026