Lead the development, implementation, and oversight of the company’s global privacy and data governance programing.
Provide expert legal advice on privacy, data protection, AI, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies.
Serve as company Data Protection Officer in requisite jurisdictions as needed.
Monitor and interpret global privacy laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, PIPL, HIPAA, ePrivacy Directive) and advise on business impact.
Draft, negotiate, and maintain data protection agreements, privacy terms, and contractual provisions.
Guide privacy-by-design and data governance principles across product development and business operations.
Oversee privacy impact assessments (PIAs), data protection impact assessments (DPIAs), and incident response protocols.
Key member of cyber incident response team.
Develop and deliver privacy training and awareness programs for internal stakeholders.
Represent the company in regulatory matters, audits, and external counsel engagements.
Collaborate with compliance, security, and risk teams to align privacy practices with business goals.
Lead and mentor a team of privacy professionals and legal staff.

Requirements

J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in at least one U.S. state bar (CO bar or ability for reciprocity preferred)
7-10 years of legal experience, including in-house and/or law firm roles focused on privacy and data protection
CIPP/E, CIPP/US, CIPM, or similar certification required
Deep knowledge of European and U.S. and other international privacy laws and frameworks
Experience advising on privacy issues in SaaS or consumer tech industries
Strong contract negotiation and drafting skills
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage complex legal issues
Excellent judgment, communication skills, and business acumen
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
401k, With Matching Contributions
Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)/Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) Options
Paid Time Off (including sick, holiday, vacation, etc.)
Tuition Reimbursement
Growth Opportunities

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

privacy lawdata protectioncybersecuritycontract negotiationdrafting agreementsprivacy impact assessmentsdata protection impact assessmentsprivacy-by-designemerging technologieslegal advice

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationjudgmentcollaborationbusiness acumenmentoringindependencecross-functional initiative managementorganizational skillstraining delivery

Certifications

J.D.CIPP/ECIPP/USCIPM