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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Privacy Counsel to join our legal and compliance team to provide expert guidance on data privacy laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in privacy law, data protection, and regulatory compliance, and will be responsible for advising internal stakeholders on privacy-related matters, developing and implementing privacy policies, and ensuring the organization’s compliance with global data protection laws such as GDPR, CCPA, and other applicable regulations.
As Privacy Counsel, you will work closely with cross-functional teams including legal, IT, security, product, and HR to assess privacy risks and implement best practices. You will also be responsible for reviewing and negotiating data processing agreements, conducting privacy impact assessments, and responding to data subject access requests. Your role will be critical in maintaining the trust of our customers, partners, and employees by ensuring that their personal data is handled responsibly and in accordance with the law.
You should have excellent communication and analytical skills, a deep understanding of privacy frameworks, and the ability to translate complex legal requirements into practical business solutions. A law degree and relevant certifications such as CIPP/E or CIPP/US are highly desirable. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the privacy program of a dynamic and growing organization.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Advise on global data privacy laws and regulations including GDPR and CCPA
- Develop, implement, and maintain privacy policies and procedures
- Conduct privacy impact assessments and risk analyses
- Review and negotiate data processing agreements and vendor contracts
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure privacy compliance
- Respond to data subject access requests and regulatory inquiries
- Monitor changes in privacy laws and update internal policies accordingly
- Provide training and awareness programs on data privacy
- Support incident response and data breach investigations
- Ensure compliance with internal and external audit requirements
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree
- 3+ years of experience in privacy law or data protection
- Strong knowledge of GDPR, CCPA, and other privacy regulations
- Experience drafting and negotiating data processing agreements
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
- CIPP/E, CIPP/US, or similar certification preferred
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience working with cross-functional teams
- Attention to detail and high ethical standards
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Do you have a law degree and are you licensed to practice?
- How many years of experience do you have in privacy law?
- Are you familiar with GDPR, CCPA, and other global privacy laws?
- Have you conducted privacy impact assessments before?
- Do you hold any privacy certifications such as CIPP/E or CIPP/US?
- Can you describe a time you handled a data breach or incident?
- Have you worked with cross-functional teams on privacy matters?
- What is your experience with data processing agreements?
- How do you stay updated on changes in privacy regulations?
- Are you comfortable providing training on privacy topics?
