Senior Analyst, Legal – Artificial Intelligence

Requisition Number: 79915

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Role Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and intellectually curious Senior Analyst to join the Legal Department’s Data Protection, IP & AI team. This role provides critical support across multiple workstreams within the firm’s Enterprise AI Activation initiative, helping to ensure that T. Rowe Price adopts and deploys artificial intelligence in a responsible, compliant, and risk‑aligned manner.

The successful candidate will operate at the intersection of law, emerging technology, data protection, and enterprise governance. They will work closely with attorneys, technologists, risk management professionals, and business stakeholders to advance the firm’s approach to AI governance and oversight.

We are looking for a collaborative and proactive problem‑solver who brings a strong sense of ownership to their work and is comfortable navigating evolving areas of law and technology. Ideal candidates will be analytical, adaptable, detail‑oriented, and committed to upholding the high standards expected of T. Rowe Price.

Responsibilities

AI Intake & Legal Review:

• Participate in evaluations of AI‑related initiatives and use cases submitted to the AI Governance & Enablement Committee through its enterprise AI risk review intake process.
• Assist in identifying legal, regulatory, intellectual property, proprietary information, & data protection, and contractual risks associated with proposed use cases.
• Support enhanced review activities and lifecycle monitoring programs for complex or high‑impact AI use cases.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of the firm’s AI legal risk review program, including research, analysis, and documentation supporting legal assessments.

AI Vendor Onboarding & Lifecycle Enablement:

• Support AI vendor onboarding by reviewing AI specific contract provisions and collaborating with Legal, Procurement, and business partners.
• Provide timely, well-reasoned guidance to internal stakeholders regarding onboarded AI vendors throughout the lifecycle of the system.
• Conduct contractual gap analyses to mitigate risks associated with the evolving AI regulatory landscape.

Responsible AI Program:

• Support efforts to mature AI risk and control capabilities in alignment with regulatory expectations and T. Rowe Price policies.
• Assist in drafting and maintaining policies, procedures, guidelines, and job aids related to responsible and compliant use of AI.
• Conduct regulatory horizon scanning and support benchmarking efforts across global jurisdictions.
• Contribute to the ongoing development and maturity of the firm’s AI Governance Framework, including regulatory compliance assessments and readiness initiatives.

AI Platform & Architecture Program Enablement:

• Collaborate with data, engineering, and governance teams to review data related contracts and develop legally compliant data strategies, ensuring appropriate rights and licenses for downstream use cases.
• Support the AI Data Readiness program by evaluating legal requirements related to data usage, data quality, data lineage, and cross border data transfers.
• Provide legal and operational research to help ensure the firm’s AI platforms and data practices align with applicable laws, enterprise standards, and contractual obligations.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree or the equivalent combination of education and relevant experience AND
• 5+ years of total relevant work experience

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree required preferred
• 4+ years of relevant experience in legal, privacy, data protection, intellectual property, technology governance, compliance, or risk management
  • Strong understanding of privacy and data protection frameworks, data licensing, and intellectual property laws
  • Experience supporting legal or compliance functions in an AI, data, or technology governance context
• Knowledge of emerging AI regulatory frameworks and responsible AI principles
• Experience reviewing policies, contracts, or technical documentation and translating requirements into actionable guidance
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interface effectively with cross‑functional teams
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
• Background in technology transactions, vendor assessments, or data management programs
• Familiarity with operational risk and control frameworks within a regulated industry
• Experience advising clients within the asset management/financial services sector

FINRA Requirements

FINRA licenses are not required and will not be supported for this role.

Work Flexibility

This role is eligible for hybrid work, with up to one day per week from home.

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CountryEEOText_Description: Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: We strive for equity, equality, and opportunity for all associates. When we embrace the power of diversity and create an environment where people can bring their authentic and best selves to work, our firm is stronger, and we create greater value for our clients. Our commitment and inclusive programming aim to lift the experience for each associate and builds allies for our global associate community. We know that a sense of belonging is key not only to your success at the firm, but also to your ability to bring your best each day. Benefits: We invest in our people through a wide range of programs and benefits, including: • Competitive pay and bonuses as well as a generous retirement plan and employee stock purchase plan with matching contributions • Flexible and remote work opportunities • Health care benefits (medical, dental, vision) • Tuition assistance • Wellness programs (fitness reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program) Our policies may change as our working lives evolve. Yet, our commitment to supporting our associates’ well-being and addressing the needs of our clients, business, and communities is unwavering. T. Rowe Price is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity of thought, gender, and race. We believe our continued success depends upon the equal treatment of all associates and applicants for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender, age, mental or physical disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, military or veteran status, pregnancy, or any other classification protected by country, federal, state, or local law.