Senior Privacy Counsel
OneTrust is the trust intelligence cloud platform organizations use to transform trust from an abstract concept into a measurable competitive advantage. Organizations globally use OneTrust to enable the responsible use of data while protecting the privacy rights of individuals, implement and report on their cyber security program, make their social impact goals a reality, and create a speak up culture of trust. Over 14,000 customers use OneTrust's technology, including half of the Global 2,000. OneTrust currently ranks #24 on the Forbes Cloud 100 list of top private cloud companies in the world and employs over 2,000 people in regions across North America, South America, Asia, Europe, and Australia.
Primary Locations: Atlanta, New York City, or San Francisco Bay area The ChallengeOneTrust is the leading trust intelligence platform that helps organizations build and demonstrate trust, measure and manage risk, and go beyond compliance. It offers four cloud solutions for privacy and data governance, GRC and security assurance, ethics and compliance, and ESG and sustainability. OneTrust privacy software helps companies operationalize data privacy compliance and Privacy by Design. We are looking for a Senior Privacy Counsel to join our team and provide legal practical advice and guidance on privacy compliance matters.
Your Mission- Conferring with senior team leaders to develop the strategy of the privacy compliance program for all OneTrust legal entities globally.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure the integration of privacy principles and best practices across the organization or the project. Interactions may include external stakeholders, such as regulators, law enforcement agencies, clients, customers, and partners.
- Providing “Customer 0” feedback on our Privacy team’s usage of the OneTrust software and collaborating with the OneTrust product development teams to provide guidance and feedback on how to integrate privacy use cases and feedback into the design and development lifecycle of our products and services.
- Developing and implementing data processing management strategies to ensure that personal data is collected, used, stored, shared, and disposed of in accordance with applicable privacy laws and standards, such as the EU and UK GDPR, CCPA, ISO 27701, etc.
Some of the example projects that you will be involved in are:
- Providing legal privacy guidance and knowledgeable support to the business on projects involving Privacy Impact Assessments, Privacy by Design Assessments, Vendor and/or Transfer Impact Assessments.
- Oversight of privacy rights management workstream and providing advice to the business regarding complex privacy requests.
- Advising on business projects involving cookies and tracking technologies, use of AI and other innovative technologies.
- Supporting the company projects of automated data mapping and data governance and advising on further project priorities and strategy involving personal data management within the privacy program.
- Investigating and advising on potential privacy issues related to governance and external reporting, such as data breaches, data subject requests, regulatory inquiries, and litigation.
- A Juris Doctor degree or equivalent (LLM) from an accredited law school
- At least 5 years of experience in privacy law, data protection, or a similar role
- A solid understanding of the EU GDPR, UK GDPR, California CCPA and key US & Canada Privacy laws. Familiarity with NIST Privacy Framework and ISO 27701, as well as other relevant frameworks, standards, laws, and regulations.
- A knowledge and strong interest in (personal) data governance, algorithms, databases, web technologies, cloud computing, big data, artificial intelligence, etc.
- A familiarity with privacy-enhancing technologies (PETs).
- A certification in privacy or data protection, such as CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT, etc., or willingness to obtain one.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
- A passion for privacy, automation and a commitment to ethical data use
- Ability and willingness to travel (10%-20%)
- Fluency in more than one language preferred.
- Experience with security and/or ethics that will allow us to work better with our colleagues in those departments.
- Experience in a trade association, think tank, university, consulting, law firm, compliance, and in-house.
For California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New York, Rhode Island, and Washington-based candidates: the annual base pay range for this role is listed below. Within this range, individual pay is determined by several factors, including location, job-related skills, work experience, and relevant education and/or training. This role may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, equity, and/or commissions, as well as benefits.
Salary Range$135,000—$202,500 USDWhere we WorkOneTrust embraces a hybrid working model. Our Working@ OneTrust initiative is our way of clarifying where we hire, how we work together, and where we’re located in that hybrid model.
The underlying “why” for Working@ is that we are intentional about the culture that we want to create together. That includes bringing teams together, in-person, throughout the year to collaborate, build connections, learn from each other, and celebrate our wins toFinish Stronger.
We are committed to a flexible approach informed by a set of guiding principles. You’ll see that reflected in our worker designations: “Office-flex” and “Location-flex”.
- Office-flex: Like a traditional hybrid model, OneTrust “Office-flex” employees may be asked to work in an office periodically if they are within a commutable distance to a OneTrust office. This includes coming into the office for our Company Kickoff, Company All Hands, and other larger company events. Beyond that, we give our leaders and teams the flexibility to set additional guidelines based on the nature of your role.
- Location-flex: Similar to other companies’ remote policies, for OneTrust “Location-flex" roles, you will primarily work from your home office location. However, you may be required to travel to our OneTrust offices or customer sites periodically based on the nature of your role.
Each role may have specific requirements, so we encourage you to verify the location of the role with your recruiter during your first interview.
BenefitsAs an employee at OneTrust, you will be part of the OneTeam. That means you’ll receive support physically, mentally, and emotionally so that you can do your best work both in and out of the office. This includes comprehensive healthcare coverage, flexible PTO, equity stock options, annual performance bonus opportunities, retirement account support, 14+ weeks of paid parental leave, career development opportunities, company-paid privacy certification exam fees, and much more. Specific benefits differ by country. For more information, talk to your recruiter or visit onetrust.com/careers.
ResourcesCheck out the following to learn more about OneTrust and its people:
- OneTrust Careers on YouTube
- @LifeatOneTrust on Instagram
You have the right to have your personal data updated or removed. You also have the right to have a copy of the information OneTrust holds about you. Further details about these rights are available on the website in our Privacy Overview. You can change your mind at any time and have your personal data removed from our database. In order to do this you must contact us and let us know you wish to be removed. The request should be made on the Data Subject Request Form.
Our Commitment to YouWhen you join OneTrust you are stepping onto a launching pad — the countdown has begun. The destination? A career without boundaries working alongside a diverse and inclusive crew who is passionate about doing meaningful work. As a pioneer, your voice and expertise will help chart the direction of an entirely new industry — Trust. Our commitment to putting people first starts with you. Your growth is part of the mission. Our goal is to give you the power to embark on the next phase of your uniquely, unique career
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