Description:

We seek a Senior Data Privacy Counsel for our industry-leading privacy program. The Senior Data Privacy Counsel will report to An American Technology Company's VP, Associate General Counsel - Privacy, and will work closely with our highly collaborative, cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities:

Commercial Support: Partner with An American Technology Company's commercial team on data privacy matters during contract negotiations with An American Technology Company's customers and partners.
Product Counseling: Advise An American Technology Company's R&D and Product teams on privacy-by-design best practices, including providing actionable advice on data privacy, data use, and data security requirements.
Privacy Program Support: Provide counsel and support to An American Technology Company's Privacy Program, specifically with respect to An American Technology Company's obligations as a data controller.
Awareness: Maintain awareness of privacy laws and regulations, and proactively advise An American Technology Company's business teams on the impact of developments in the law.
Regulatory Affairs: Engage and support An American Technology Company's leadership in privacy-focused industry groups.

Qualifications:

J.D. and 4+ years of post-law school experience advising clients on global data privacy laws.
At least one core IAPP CIPP, CIPM, or CIPT certification, or a willingness to obtain such certification within 3 months of start.
Fluency in the EU's GDPR with the ability to learn and implement requirements from other emerging data privacy laws as may be required.
Experience advising clients within the healthcare, life sciences or equivalent industry focused on data privacy and regulatory compliance is a plus.
Understanding of SaaS and/or experience working alongside product and technical teams is a plus.
Member in good standing of the New York State Bar or registered as in-house counsel pursuant to Part 522 of the New York State Court of Appeals
Agility and a growth mindset; willingness to learn new things and broaden areas of expertise.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with multiple teams simultaneously.
Strong analytical skills and the ability to develop well-reasoned solutions to problems for which there is no clear answer.
Ability to communicate actionable advice to technologists and other non-privacy practitioners about complex privacy regimes.