Job Description
Description
The Counsel for Data Protection will provide expert guidance on data privacy and security matters to various team members and cross-functional business partners, including IT, Security, Procurement, HR, Marketing, Product, and Engineering. This role involves utilizing extensive experience to enhance and execute the global data protection program, which encompasses privacy policies, employee training, policy enforcement, monitoring, auditing, and incident response.
In addition, the Counsel will offer pragmatic legal advice to internal clients and external customers regarding legal risks and obligations under data privacy and security laws and regulations such as CPRA, GDPR, and HIPAA.
Company Culture and Environment
The company fosters a collaborative environment where legal expertise informs and strengthens business operations. Team members are encouraged to share their knowledge and work across departments to ensure comprehensive compliance and protection.
Career Growth and Development Opportunities
This position presents opportunities for professional growth by engaging with various business functions and contributing to the development of global data protection initiatives, leading to enhanced expertise in a high-demand legal area.
Detailed Benefits and Perks
While specific perks are not detailed in the provided description, the role is likely to include collaborative work experiences and the opportunity to engage with multiple departments, contributing to a fulfilling career path.
- Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salary ranging from (155,400 to )213,675
- Comprehensive health benefits
- Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options
Why you should apply for this position today
This role offers a unique chance to influence data privacy initiatives within an organization and collaborate with various business partners. By applying, you will leverage your expertise in a high-impact area of law that plays a crucial role in today’s digital landscape.
- Skills
- Strong knowledge of data privacy laws including CPRA, GDPR, and HIPAA
- Experience in data protection program management
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to provide pragmatic legal advice
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Responsibilities
- Provide data privacy and security subject-matter expertise
- Enhance and execute the global data protection program
- Develop and enforce privacy policies and documentation
- Conduct employee training on data privacy matters
- Monitor, audit, and respond to data protection incidents
- Advise internal clients and customers on legal obligations
- Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
- Admission to the bar in at least one state
- Prior experience in data protection or privacy law
- Strong understanding of legal obligations related to data security
- Education Requirements
- JD degree required
- Education Requirements Credential Category
- Law Degree
- Experience Requirements
- Proven experience in data privacy and security
- Experience advising clients on compliance with applicable laws
- Familiarity with global data protection regulations
Why work in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles offers a vibrant cultural scene, diverse communities, and proximity to numerous entertainment and technology industries. The city is a hub of innovation and creativity, providing a dynamic environment for legal professionals to thrive and make a significant impact in their field.
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