Lead Privacy Counsel

Saks

Lead Privacy Counsel providing legal guidance on enterprise privacy and data security practices at Saks Global. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to protect customer data and comply with privacy laws.

Posted 6/11/2026full-timeRemote • Tennessee • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $205,000 - $282,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Lead Counsel, Privacy will provide Saks with legal guidance on enterprise privacy and data security practices and policies
In collaboration with Digital, Marketing, Tech, Information Security, and other cross-functional teams, provide day-to-day counsel as well as recommendations on policies/compliance protocols to protect Saks, its customers, its employees, and other third party partners
Provide strategic advice to address privacy and security risks while supporting customer focus and business growth
Actively monitor and advise on global privacy requirements and compliance with emerging privacy and data security laws
Review/draft a variety of agreements related to data and privacy and security, including vendor and customer agreements
Draft and negotiate relevant data processing or other 3rd party data transfer or protection agreements
Assist with periodic evaluation and updating of business unit privacy policies
Assist with development of and conduct global privacy training programs that are tailored for audience and geography
Manage incident response plans and processes in partnership with the tech security team
Drive implementation of regulatory and compliance initiatives such as developing project plans to manage product-related changes or respond to changes in applicable laws
Support various business functions in identifying data flows and documenting data flow maps as part of global privacy compliance program
Serve as primary manager of all consumer request workflows for different consumer rights

Requirements

What you’ll need

JD required
Member in good standing of the bar
Practicing lawyer with 6-8 years of experience; with requisite minimum of 4 years at a reputable law firm providing legal counseling primarily on privacy matters
In-house experience is a plus but not required
Extensive data privacy knowledge and experience is essential; an interest in retail, digital and/or experience within a B2C environment is desirable
CIPP/CIPM/CIPT certification (or equivalent) is also desirable
Candidate must have strong communication skills; the ability to present clear and practical legal advice; the ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and to adapt quickly to changing priorities
Strong analytical and problem solving skills combined with attention to detail and thoroughness
Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize and schedule workload
Be team-oriented and have the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with clients, coworkers, and colleagues
Ability to make reasoned decisions/recommendations and provide sound legal advice while considering the needs of the business
Entrepreneurial spirit with the agility to thrive in a dynamic and hyper-growth environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical insurance
dental insurance
vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
basic life insurance
supplemental life insurance
disability insurance
a variety of additional voluntary benefits (such as critical illness, hospital and accident insurance)

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Hard Skills & Tools

data privacydata securitylegal counselingcontract draftingnegotiationcompliance protocolsincident responsedata processing agreementsprivacy policiesdata flow mapping

Soft Skills

communicationanalytical skillsproblem solvingattention to detailprioritizationteam-orientedrelationship buildingdecision makingadaptabilityentrepreneurial spirit

Certifications

JDCIPPCIPMCIPT