Privacy and Regulatory Counsel

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Lead initiatives related to data privacy and consumer protection in the U.S. and internationally, ensuring compliance with laws such as GDPR, CPRA, HIPAA, COPPA, PIPEDA, and others.

• Create, implement, and uphold privacy policies, governance frameworks, and compliance programs.

• Evaluate legal, regulatory, and operational risks tied to artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.

• Provide guidance to business and product teams regarding intricate legal and regulatory issues.

• Assist in adhering to privacy, cybersecurity, and data protection mandates of the European Union and its member states.

• Offer legal insights and direction on issues related to the FCC, FTC, and other regulatory bodies.

• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to pinpoint and alleviate legal risks while facilitating the launch of new products, services, and business ventures.

• Support the legal department in leveraging AI and technology for legal drafting, contract evaluation, regulatory analysis, and enhancing workflow efficiency.

• Contribute to the establishment of responsible AI policies and internal guidelines.

• Draft, review, and negotiate sophisticated commercial agreements.

• Provide counsel on general corporate and business matters as necessary.

• Track legislative and regulatory changes and inform the business on possible implications.

• Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders and cross-functional teams, reporting directly to the Chief Legal Officer.

⛳️ Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

• Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar.

• A minimum of 5 years of legal experience, encompassing both in-house and law firm roles.

• Extensive knowledge of U.S. and international privacy and data protection legislation, including GDPR, CPRA, COPPA, and PIPEDA.

• Experience advising on intricate regulatory frameworks, particularly in relation to the FCC, FTC, and HIPAA.

• Proven track record in developing or supporting privacy, regulatory compliance, and governance initiatives.

• Experience in commercial contracting, including the drafting, review, and negotiation of complex agreements.

• Ability to interpret multifaceted and evolving legal standards and distill them into clear, actionable guidance for business stakeholders.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.

• Strong analytical skills, sound business judgment, and the capability to navigate ambiguity and competing priorities.

• Experience in assessing legal matters related to artificial intelligence, data governance, cybersecurity, or other emerging technologies is highly desirable.

• Advising businesses within regulated sectors is strongly preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical coverage.

• Dental coverage.

• Vision coverage.

• Retirement benefits with an employer match.

• Employee stock purchase plan.

• Paid time off.

• Additional employee benefits.

• Eligible employees may receive bonus compensation.

• Eligible employees may receive restricted stock units.

• Remote work options available.

• Minimal travel required for employees outside the Bay Area (4 times per year to HQ).