Legal Counsel

About Tavily

We are building the search engine for AI agents. Our API is designed from the ground up to power RAG and real-time reasoning in AI systems. By connecting LLMs to high quality, trustworthy web content, we help developers build agents that are not only intelligent, but also informed.

We work with some of the most innovative teams in AI, from small startups shaping the ecosystem to the largest enterprises deploying AI at scale. Whether it is powering sales assistants, research copilots, or internal knowledge tools, we are the missing link between LLMs and the real world.

The Role: Technology Commercial Legal Counsel

We are looking for an outstanding and diligent Technology Commercial Legal Counsel with an excellent track record, a strong work ethic (hard worker), and exceptional attention to details to join our dynamic Legal team based in Tel Aviv.

You will take ownership of drafting, reviewing, and negotiating critical worldwide agreements that underpin Tavily’s business operations, while ensuring our compliance with global privacy and data protection regulations.

What You’ll Do

Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including customer, vendor, consulting, referral, reseller and NDAs.

Support and enhance Tavily’s privacy and data protection program, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations such as the GDPR, CCPA, and other global standards.

Review and negotiate DPAs and provide ongoing legal guidance on privacy matters.

Partner with cross-functional teams, including Product and R&D, to identify legal needs and implement best practices.

Draft employment-related documents and advise on employment law matters.

Provide legal support on corporate matters.

Collaborate with stakeholders across the company to assess legal risk and develop practical mitigation strategies.

What We’re Looking For

Bar admission in the U.S., EU or Israel.

LL.B. or equivalent law degree, from a top-tier university.

3 to 6 years experience post internship/trainee program, practicing commercial and privacy law, at both leading law firm and as in-house counsel at a tech company.

Strong experience in drafting and negotiating technology commercial agreements (including DPAs).

Experience with global privacy regulations (such as the GDPR, CPRA, U.S. state privacy laws).

Experience with U.S. copyright and intellectual property laws.

Familiarity with global AI regulations – an advantage

Experience in corporate or employment law – an advantage.

Perks & Benefits

Full-time employees at Tavily enjoy:

A young, open, and inclusive culture where everyone has real impact from day one.

The opportunity to build alongside a fast-moving team at the forefront of agentic AI.

Daily team lunches, plus fully stocked snacks to keep you energized.

A deep-work culture that values curiosity, creativity, and continuous learning.