Legal Counsel – Media & AdTech

Position Overview

This position reports to the VP of Operations. Its a team of 1 and it serves as the company’s primary legal resource for contracts and compliance, ensuring our media and adtech agreements are structured to protect intellectual property, data, and commercial interests while enabling the business to move quickly and responsibly.

We’re seeking a candidate with 5-7 years of legal experience, with a specialization in advertising, media, and adtech.

This is a fully remote position within the United States, with opportunities to connect with colleagues at our New York office.

What you'll learn

An important part of our culture is continuing education and the sharing of ideas. We offer: 

• A large network of investors and advisors for you to access that will help your team succeed
• Mentorship from executives with decades of experience in adtech and media
• Regular internal knowledge-sharing sessions
• Education budget to accelerate your team’s development

Specifically, in this role, you will learn:

• End-to-end deal flow in adtech and media — from first draft to final execution, gaining deep exposure to how commercial terms drive business outcomes.
• Balancing legal risk with business priorities — developing judgment on when to hold the line and when to find creative solutions that keep deals moving.
• Practical application of privacy, data, and compliance frameworks in a high-growth environment where regulations meet fast-moving innovation.
• Cross-functional influence — working closely with sales, operations, product, and leadership, and learning how legal advice shapes strategic decision-making.

Core Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of media/adtech-specific agreements, including:
• • Master Service Agreements (MSAs)
  • Data License Agreements
  • Statements of Work (SOWs)
  • Vendor and partner agreements
• Ensure contracts incorporate appropriate protections around intellectual property, data use, and commercial risk.
• Conduct vendor compliance assessments and support company-wide regulatory adherence.
• Advise on privacy and data protection matters, including risk assessments and policy alignment.
• Provide governance support for board-related matters, including documentation and compliance oversight.
• Assist with internal company legal issues, such as employment-related matters, tax considerations, and general corporate legal support.

What you'll bring

• JD and active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 5–7 years of legal experience, ideally with exposure to media, ad-tech, or SaaS industries.
• Strong background in commercial contracts and intellectual property.
• Knowledge of privacy, data protection, and compliance frameworks.
• Business-minded, collaborative, and able to balance legal risk with practical solutions.

What will set you apart

• Intellectual curiosity and drive — you dig into complex issues, ask the right questions, and push yourself to understand the “why” behind the work.
• Business-minded pragmatism — you balance legal precision with commercial realities, providing solutions that protect the company without slowing it down.
• Ownership mentality — as a team of one, you thrive in taking full responsibility for your work and driving matters forward independently.
• Clear, confident communication — you can translate legal concepts into practical guidance for business leaders and cross-functional teams.

Benefits 

Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Parental leave
• Wellness & Development Stipend
• Holiday break
• Volunteer time off

Financial & Compensation

• Competitive salary
• Performance-based quarterly bonus
• Stock options
• 401k Retirement Plan

Workplace & Equipment

• Remote-first environment
• New York office
• Access to WeWork spaces available

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Adelaide is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Our commitment to equal opportunity employment extends beyond basic compliance to encompass the active cultivation of a workplace that values different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences.

Salary

• $80,000 - $130,000/year