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If you’re ready to join a fast-moving global media company and work with ambitious, creative people who value quality and initiative, we’d love to hear from you.
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Remote
Part-time
Other
Experience level
Senior
Type
Part-time
Location
100% Remote
Salary range
$24,000–$36,000
Work hours
20–25 hours per week
Position summary
We’re looking for a strategic and detail-oriented Legal & Compliance Officer to handle legal, regulatory, and compliance matters for House of Summary and its affiliated newsletters. You’ll draft and review contracts, advise on data protection and advertising law, and implement clear compliance policies across multiple jurisdictions. This is a flexible, part-time position ideal for a legal professional who thrives in fast-paced, international environments.
Assignment
We want to see how you think, analyze, and structure compliance frameworks in a fast-moving media business. This task tests your ability to combine legal reasoning, risk awareness, and operational practicality; the three pillars of effective compliance leadership.
Task Overview
House of Summary operates a network of newsletters and digital media properties including Presidential Summary, Geopolitical Summary, Dubai Summary, and London Summary.
Your goal is to show how you would protect the company’s interests, ensure regulatory compliance, and set up simple, scalable processes for a growing cross-border business operating in the US, EU, and UAE.
Choose one or more of the following directions:
Option 1: Compliance Framework
Outline a plan to design a compliance and governance framework for a growing media company. Include:
-Key policies and documents you’d prioritize (e.g., Privacy Policy, Ad Disclosure, Data Handling, Content Guidelines)-How would you ensure compliance across jurisdictions (US, EU, UAE)-How you’d structure internal compliance checks or audits
Option 2: Legal Risk Analysis
Identify and summarize three major legal risks for a digital newsletter business. Include:
-Description of each risk (e.g., advertising disclosures, copyright, data protection)-Practical mitigation steps-Example of how you’d communicate these risks to a non-legal founder or department head
Option 3: Contract and Policy Review
Draft or outline one of the following:
-A sample advertiser agreement clause covering disclosure, payment terms, and content liability-A short privacy policy paragraph explaining how user email data is collected and used-A freelancer or contributor clause addressing content ownership and confidentiality
How to submit:
-Send your assignment as a single PDF (maximum five pages)-Subject line: Legal & Compliance Officer – [Your Name]-Email it to careers@houseofsummary.com
Job description
As Legal & Compliance Officer, you’ll lead the company’s legal and compliance operations, ensuring all business activities align with international laws and best practices. You’ll review and draft contracts, manage privacy and advertising compliance, oversee risk management, and maintain proper documentation across entities. You’ll also support leadership on strategic legal decisions while developing frameworks that ensure the company remains secure, ethical, and future-ready.
Experience
Benefits
Benefits
We’re a global remote-first team of curious, driven, and creative people building the future of independent media. At House of Summary, you’ll work alongside editors, designers, and developers who value clarity, precision, and originality. We move fast, stay curious, and care deeply about what we create.
How to apply
Send your CV, a motivational letter, and the completed assignment to careers@hourseofsummary.com with the name of the position in the subject of the email. Note: We do not review applications without the assignment.
Remote
Part-time
Other
Experience level
Senior
Type
Part-time
Location
100% Remote
Salary range
$24,000–$36,000
Work hours
20–25 hours per week
Position summary
We’re looking for a strategic and detail-oriented Legal & Compliance Officer to handle legal, regulatory, and compliance matters for House of Summary and its affiliated newsletters. You’ll draft and review contracts, advise on data protection and advertising law, and implement clear compliance policies across multiple jurisdictions. This is a flexible, part-time position ideal for a legal professional who thrives in fast-paced, international environments.
Assignment
We want to see how you think, analyze, and structure compliance frameworks in a fast-moving media business. This task tests your ability to combine legal reasoning, risk awareness, and operational practicality; the three pillars of effective compliance leadership.
Task Overview
House of Summary operates a network of newsletters and digital media properties including Presidential Summary, Geopolitical Summary, Dubai Summary, and London Summary.
Your goal is to show how you would protect the company’s interests, ensure regulatory compliance, and set up simple, scalable processes for a growing cross-border business operating in the US, EU, and UAE.
Choose one or more of the following directions:
Option 1: Compliance Framework
Outline a plan to design a compliance and governance framework for a growing media company. Include:
-Key policies and documents you’d prioritize (e.g., Privacy Policy, Ad Disclosure, Data Handling, Content Guidelines)-How would you ensure compliance across jurisdictions (US, EU, UAE)-How you’d structure internal compliance checks or audits
Option 2: Legal Risk Analysis
Identify and summarize three major legal risks for a digital newsletter business. Include:
-Description of each risk (e.g., advertising disclosures, copyright, data protection)-Practical mitigation steps-Example of how you’d communicate these risks to a non-legal founder or department head
Option 3: Contract and Policy Review
Draft or outline one of the following:
-A sample advertiser agreement clause covering disclosure, payment terms, and content liability-A short privacy policy paragraph explaining how user email data is collected and used-A freelancer or contributor clause addressing content ownership and confidentiality
How to submit:
-Send your assignment as a single PDF (maximum five pages)-Subject line: Legal & Compliance Officer – [Your Name]-Email it to careers@houseofsummary.com
Job description
As Legal & Compliance Officer, you’ll lead the company’s legal and compliance operations, ensuring all business activities align with international laws and best practices. You’ll review and draft contracts, manage privacy and advertising compliance, oversee risk management, and maintain proper documentation across entities. You’ll also support leadership on strategic legal decisions while developing frameworks that ensure the company remains secure, ethical, and future-ready.
Experience
Nice to have
Benefits
We’re a global remote-first team of curious, driven, and creative people building the future of independent media. At House of Summary, you’ll work alongside editors, designers, and developers who value clarity, precision, and originality. We move fast, stay curious, and care deeply about what we create.
Apply now!
If you’re ready to join a fast-moving global media company and work with ambitious, creative people who value quality and initiative, we’d love to hear from you.
careers@houseofsummary.com
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