Legal Fellow (AI)

TL;DR

Legal Fellow (AI): Designing and evaluating complex real-world scenarios for generative AI systems with an accent on regulatory alignment and legal accuracy. Focus on improving model performance in compliance, litigation, and contract analysis through expert feedback and research.

Location: Remote (Must be based in and authorized to work in the United Kingdom)

Company

Scale AI develops reliable AI systems by providing high-quality data and full-stack technologies for the world's leading models.

What you will do

• Design complex real-world scenarios to evaluate AI model outputs for accuracy and regulatory alignment.
• Provide targeted feedback to improve AI performance in compliance, litigation, case law, and contract analysis.
• Collaborate with partnered AI labs and platforms on high-impact projects.
• Co-author technical reports and research papers with the internal research team.
• Engage with an interdisciplinary network of leading thinkers and AI innovators.

Requirements

• JD, LLM, or current enrollment in a prestigious 2L/3L program.
• Authorization to work in the country of residence (United Kingdom).
• Professional background as an Attorney, Associate, Legal Analyst, Counsel, or Law Professor.
• Demonstrated expertise in legal research, regulatory frameworks, and case law interpretation.
• Bar admission in any jurisdiction is strongly preferred.

Nice to have

• Prior experience with AI.
• Passion for financial technology.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible schedule with 10–40 hour weeks to fit personal commitments.
• Opportunity to shape the future of frontier AI and influence critical legal decision-making tools.
• Access to a top-tier global network of academics and experts.
• Professional development through advisory roles and academic research publications.

Hiring process

• Application review on a rolling basis.
• Brief domain-expertise challenge designed to reflect fellowship work.
• Interview focusing on research experience and professional background.