Assistant General Counsel - Litigation

Who We Are:

SiriusXM and its brands (Pandora, SiriusXM Media, AdsWizz, Simplecast, and SiriusXM Connect) are leading a new era of audio entertainment and services by delivering the most compelling subscription and ad-supported audio entertainment experience for listeners -- in the car, at home, and anywhere on the go with connected devices. Our vision is to shape the future of audio, where everyone can be effortlessly connected to the voices, stories and music they love wherever they are.

This is the place where a diverse group of emerging talent and legends alike come to share authentic and purposeful songs, stories, sounds and insights through some of the best programming and technology in the world. Our critically-acclaimed, industry-leading audio entertainment encompasses music, sports, comedy, news, talk, live events, and podcasting. No matter their individual role, each of our employees plays a vital part in bringing SiriusXM's vision to life every day.

SiriusXM is the leading audio entertainment company in North America, and the premier programmer and platform for subscription and digital advertising-supported audio products. SiriusXM's platforms collectively reach approximately 150 million listeners, the largest digital audio audience across paid and free tiers in North America, and deliver music, sports, talk, news, comedy, entertainment and podcasts. Pandora, a subsidiary of SiriusXM, is the largest ad-supported audio entertainment streaming service in the U.S. SiriusXM's subsidiaries Simplecast and AdsWizz make it a leader in podcast hosting, production, distribution, analytics and monetization. The Company's advertising sales organization, which operates as SiriusXM Media, leverages its scale, cross-platform sales organization and ad tech capabilities to deliver results for audio creators and advertisers. SiriusXM, through SiriusXM Canada Holdings, Inc., also offers satellite radio and audio entertainment in Canada. In addition to its audio entertainment businesses, SiriusXM offers connected vehicle services to automakers.

How you'll make an impact:

The Assistant General Counsel - Litigation is responsible for managing the company's litigation portfolio, including commercial disputes, regulatory investigations, employment matters, and risk mitigation strategies. This role involves providing legal counsel on pre-litigation and active litigation matters, coordinating with external counsel, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and corporate policies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in litigation strategy, case management, and risk assessment.

What you'll do:

• Manage and oversee all aspects of litigation, including consumer protection, commercial disputes, shareholder litigation, regulatory investigations, intellectual property claims, and class action lawsuits.

• Develop and execute litigation strategies to minimize risk and protect the company's interests.

• Oversee discovery, depositions, motions, and trial preparation in coordination with external counsel.

• Evaluate settlement opportunities and recommend risk-mitigation strategies to leadership.

• Serve as a key liaison with outside counsel, ensuring cost-effective and efficient case management.

• Provide proactive legal counsel on potential disputes and recommend risk-mitigation strategies.

• Develop and implement policies and procedures to reduce legal exposure and liability.

• Conduct internal investigations in response to complaints, regulatory inquiries, or potential legal claims.

• Advise business units on best practices to prevent litigation and regulatory non-compliance.

• Collaborate with internal business teams to ensure alignment on litigation strategy and risk management.

• Manage legal budgets and cost-containment efforts related to litigation.

• Represent the company in mediations, arbitrations, and negotiations when necessary.

What you'll need:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active membership in a state bar.

• 7+ years of litigation experience in a law firm or in-house legal department, with a focus on commercial, employment, or regulatory litigation.

• Strong knowledge of civil procedure, regulatory investigations, and dispute resolution strategies.

• Experience managing outside counsel and litigation budgets.

• Excellent legal research, writing, and negotiation skills.

• Ability to manage multiple litigation matters in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong business acumen and the ability to communicate legal risks effectively to business stakeholders.

• Background in handling class action lawsuits, intellectual property disputes, or government investigations.

• Familiarity with e-discovery tools and legal technology platforms.

• Must have legal right to work in the U.S.

At SiriusXM, we carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation, including your background and experience. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary. We expect the base salary for this position to be in the range of $218,000 to $249,500 and will depend on your skills, qualifications, and experience. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary short-term and long-term incentives. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.

Our goal at SiriusXM is to provide and maintain a work environment that fosters mutual respect, professionalism and cooperation. SiriusXM is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, gender identity, marital status, familial status, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

The requirements and duties described above may be modified or waived by the Company in its sole discretion without notice.