Director, Privacy Counsel Job at Lawrence Harvey (Cambridge, MA or Sleepy Hollow, NY)

Senior Director & Associate General Counsel

PagerDuty is seeking an exceptional attorney with deep product, IP, security and...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

199000.00 - 334000.00 USD / Year

PagerDuty

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years of relevant legal experience with deep expertise in at least three of the following areas: Security, Privacy, IP, Commercial Contracts, Litigation, AI or Regulatory compliance
prior experience advising throughout the product development lifecycle, covering security, privacy, intellectual property, contracts, regulatory compliance issues and more
admitted into and in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar
prior experience managing and developing successful teams
proven ability to concisely communicate and explain critical legal decisions with context, building trusted executive relationships
track record of successful implementation of cross functional strategy and creation of systems and processes to promote efficient scale of the organization
deep understanding of U.S. and international privacy and security regulatory frameworks and ability to translate multi-jurisdictional requirements into practical legal guidance
outstanding professional judgment and client service focus
team player with a positive attitude and love of solving problems

Job Responsibility

Lead and manage the Product & Privacy legal team, including managing PagerDuty's intellectual property portfolio, supporting the product, engineering and security teams, and managing our global privacy program
build strong relationships across the organization and create systems and processes to support business goals
advise stakeholders in developing and launching technology products to mitigate risk and maintain compliance in a fast-moving environment
promote business flexibility

What we offer

Competitive salary
comprehensive benefits package
flexible work arrangements
company equity
ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Program)
retirement or pension plan
generous paid vacation time
paid holidays and sick leave
Dutonian Wellness Days & HibernationDuty - companywide paid days off in addition to PTO
paid parental leave: 22 weeks for pregnant parent, 12 weeks for non-pregnant parent

Fulltime

Director, GRC, Privacy, & Trust

We’re looking for an experienced security leader to grow and mature the Governan...

Location

United States; Canada

Salary:

258000.00 - 350000.00 USD / Year

1Password

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

8+ years leading GRC and privacy programs, including experience with international audits, risk management frameworks, and privacy regulations
5+ years experience managing individual contributors as well as experience managing other managers
Proven expertise in policy development, risk assessment, compliance monitoring, and privacy program management
Passion for fostering psychological safety and stability in complex compliance environments
Hands-on experience with various information security and privacy compliance frameworks such as SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001, FedRAMP, CMMC, GDPR, and CPRA
Experience with security and privacy automation tools for compliance monitoring and knowledge management
Experience leading company-wide compliance initiatives, securing buy-in for security and privacy policies, and leading cross functional programs
Experience partnering on customer contracts, including security addendums and compliance terms, balancing customer expectations and business needs
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with ability to communicate effectively with executives, legal counsel, and stakeholders
Experience managing third-party risk, vendor assessments, and external auditors

Job Responsibility

Lead and mentor the GRC and Privacy Engineering team, fostering career growth and high performance
Drive the organization's risk management strategy and oversee the implementation of risk assessment frameworks
Develop and maintain information security and privacy policies, ensuring regular reviews and updates
Establish strong partnerships across departments to align on security and compliance initiatives
Engaging with customers, in partnership with Sales and Legal, to represent security in RFPs, due diligence, and security assessments
Oversee 1Password’s various information security and privacy certification processes ensuring compliance with relevant frameworks and regulations
Monitor and report on compliance metrics and program effectiveness
Partner with legal and security teams to assess and mitigate business, technical, and regulatory risks
Oversee relationships with external auditors and consultants

What we offer

Maternity and parental leave top-up programs
Generous PTO policy
Four company-wide wellness days
Company equity for all full-time employees
Retirement matching program
Free 1Password account
Paid volunteer days
Employee-led inclusion and belonging programs and ERGs
Peer-to-peer recognition through Bonusly

Fulltime

Senior Director - Product Counsel

As Senior Director, you will set the vision for how legal, safety, and operation...

Location

United States , New York

Salary:

200000.00 - 230000.00 USD / Year

SoundCloud

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified lawyer with 10+ years of legal experience at a technology, digital media, or related company, including experience in senior leadership roles
Significant experience leading a multi-disciplinary team of Product Counsel, Trust & Safety, Policy, and Legal Operations teams at scale
Deep expertise in technology law, privacy/data protection, consumer protection, e-commerce/subscription regulations, payments, and global regulatory environments across the U.S., EU, UK, and other major markets
Proven success in building and maturing teams, operational processes, roadmaps, and cross-functional strategies in complex or high-growth environments
Demonstrated leadership in designing and scaling Trust & Safety or platform governance frameworks, with experience in content moderation, enforcement operations, or online safety compliance
Extensive experience partnering cross-functionally with leaders throughout the organization to drive alignment, accelerate decision-making, and deliver legally sound, user-centric product and platform outcomes
Understanding of copyright law and/or operational rights management frameworks
experience overseeing copyright operations is highly preferred
Skilled at influencing executives, synthesizing complex issues into actionable guidance, and setting organizational direction across ambiguous and evolving landscapes
Experience managing outside counsel, vendors, and technology partners across multiple jurisdictions

Job Responsibility

Lead and mentor teams across Product Counsel, Legal Operations, setting vision, priorities, KPIs, and scalable operational frameworks
Serve as a senior legal partner to Product, Engineering, Operations, Trust & Safety, and executive leadership, driving cross-functional strategies that balance product velocity with legal, regulatory, and platform governance requirements
Support the product team in the international rollout of SoundCloud Go/Go+
Provide high-level, business-minded legal guidance throughout the product lifecycle, advising on subscriptions, monetization models, marketplace offerings, payments, fan engagement features, creator tools, and global data protection compliance
Oversee privacy-by-design initiatives, review user flows and consent mechanisms, and maintain product-related Terms of Service, Privacy Policy provisions, disclosures, and compliance documentation
Ensure adherence to third-party platform and developer requirements (e.g., Apple, Google) and supervise the negotiation, technology partnerships, and vendor agreements
Oversee platform safety policies, content moderation guidelines, enforcement frameworks, and escalation management for high-risk user safety, fraud, abuse, and integrity issues
Partner with cross-functional teams to design trust & safety systems that protect users while supporting creative expression and platform growth, ensuring alignment with global online safety and consumer protection regulations
Manage Trust and Safety and copyright, including DMCA workflows, rights holder interactions, and enforcement processes, while driving improvements in tooling, automation, and operational efficiency

What we offer

Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, as well as mental health resources
Robust 401k program
Employee Equity Plan
Generous professional development allowance
Creativity and Wellness benefit
Flexible vacation and public holiday policy where you can take up to 35 days of PTO annually
16 paid weeks for all parents (birthing and non-birthing), regardless of gender, to welcome newborns, adopted and foster children
Various snacks, goodies, and 2 free lunches weekly when at the office

Fulltime

Director of Privacy - Go-to-Market (GTM) and Trust

We are looking for a highly skilled and internationally experienced Privacy atto...

Location

Salary:

Not provided

Atlassian

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years of privacy (or related) experience, with expertise in all privacy areas including partnering directly with GTM and Trust functions
Qualified to practice law in your local jurisdiction
Deep understanding of privacy laws, regulations, and frameworks, such as GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, HIPAA, and ISO 27701
A smart approach to risk-taking and decision-making that aligns with Atlassian’s fast-paced, agile and innovative culture
Understanding of the diverse business cultures and regulatory environments across EMEA, and the ability to deliver privacy solutions that anticipate and address the unique privacy needs of customers
Simplifier communication skills that translate complex privacy and technical concepts into easily digestible content for customers and internal stakeholders
The ability to thrive in a fast-changing environment
A growth mindset, resilience, and a healthy sense of humor

Job Responsibility

GTM and Trust support: Provide expert privacy counsel to GTM and Trust teams throughout the customer lifecycle, including pre-sales content development, compliance with global privacy laws, customer migrations to Cloud and support for strategic and novel privacy negotiations
Customer support: Engage directly with customers to address specific privacy needs and expectations unique to the EMEA region, adapting guidance to reflect local business practices and cultural nuances
Regulatory compliance: Advise on the impact of emerging global privacy laws and regulations, and help prepare practical responses to new requirements
Cross-functional engagement: Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including other Legal pillars, Sales, Trust, Engineering, Product, Security, People, and IT, to ensure privacy considerations and customer needs are integrated into business initiatives and roadmaps

What we offer

health and wellbeing resources
paid volunteer days

Director Legal Affairs

We are a fast-paced, growth-driven company seeking an experienced and business-m...

Location

United States of America , San Antonio

Salary:

Not provided

Circle K

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Licensed Attorney: Active license to practice law in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
Experience: Minimum of 10 years of legal practice, ideally a combination of top-tier law firm and in-house corporate legal department experience
Industry Expertise: Strong experience advising clients in the retail, convenience store, or petroleum industries highly preferred
Legal Skillset: Mastery in contract drafting, negotiation, regulatory compliance, privacy, and business counseling
Exceptional Communicator: Outstanding writing, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and advise senior leadership
Self-Starter with Collaborative Spirit: Ability to work independently while thriving in a cross-functional, global environment
Relationship-Builder: Proven track record of developing strong internal and external professional relationships
Organized and Detail-Oriented: Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
Positive and Strategic Mindset: A proactive, solutions-oriented approach with a positive attitude and a strong commitment to excellence

Job Responsibility

Serve as a trusted advisor to senior management, offering strategic guidance that balances legal risk with business objectives
Draft, negotiate, and review contracts at global, national, regional, and local levels across procurement, fuel operations, IT, marketing, and general business operations
Provide strategic counsel to global fuel teams on supply, distribution, regulatory, and transactional matters
Navigate a broad regulatory landscape, ensuring compliance with FTC competition laws, liquor licensing, environmental regulations, lottery rules, and local/state legal requirements
Oversee privacy compliance initiatives to ensure alignment with evolving U.S. privacy laws and regulations
review and negotiate privacy-related contracts
Review, draft, and negotiate IT contracts and technology agreements
Support marketing initiatives by drafting disclaimers, contest rules, terms and conditions, and providing risk mitigation advice on promotions and campaigns
Identify, recommend, and implement improvements that streamline legal department operations and enhance overall business efficiency
Provide education, training, and mentoring to internal legal team members and business units

What we offer

Work closely with executive leadership on critical business initiatives
Support a growing, global company with diverse legal challenges
Opportunities for leadership and career advancement

Fulltime

Director, Legal Product & Privacy

Reporting into the Chief Legal Officer, the Director of Legal Product & Privacy ...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

298000.00 - 351000.00 USD / Year

Checkr

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to at least one U.S. bar
10+ years of experience practicing law, including 3-5 years of management experience, with a focus on technology, privacy, data protection, and product counselling
Proven ability to provide strategic, sales-facing legal guidance to high-growth tech companies
Experience learning and understanding the complexities of highly regulated products
Ability to calibrate risk based on business objectives and stage of product, approaching legal counseling with a solutions-based response
Deep knowledge of consumer protection laws and global privacy frameworks, AI legal implications, and product risk management
Experience leading and scaling legal teams, with strong mentorship and organizational skills

Job Responsibility

Define and execute the vision for the Product & Privacy legal function, ensuring we are a strategic business driver and not a blocker
Provide senior, high-impact legal counsel on Checkr’s products, including Checkr Workforce (hiring), Checkr Trust (risk intelligence), Checkr Personal (consumer profiles) and Truework (lending), as well as our cutting edge People Data Graph
Serve as primary legal advisor for consumer protection laws encompassing consumer reporting, privacy, data protection, and AI, including FCRA, CCPA, GDPR, FADP, HIPAA, PIPEDA, BIPA, and GLBA
Develop and deliver forward-looking thought leadership on legal, regulatory, and industry trends, for our customers, prospects and internal teams through written content, presentations and other customer-facing materials
Partner with Sales and Customer Success teams to counsel on strategic customer engagements to highlight product compliance, provide thought leadership, and navigate complex product-related inquiries
Oversee legal support for high-value enterprise accounts, critical incident responses, and policy-driven initiatives to mitigate regulatory and reputational risks
Manage and mentor the Product & Privacy legal team, ensuring coverage across key products, reducing single-threaded dependencies, and scaling the function with the business

What we offer

A fast-paced and collaborative environment
Learning and development allowance
Competitive cash and equity compensation, and opportunity for advancement
100% medical, dental, and vision coverage
Up to $25K reimbursement for fertility, adoption, and parental planning services
Flexible PTO policy
Monthly wellness stipend
In-office perks such as lunch four times a week, a commuter stipend, and an abundance of snacks and beverages
A relocation stipend may be available

Fulltime

New

Director & Associate General Counsel – Data Protection Team Lead

We are looking for a senior-level legal leader within the EU Data Legal team. Th...

Location

Ireland , Dublin

Salary:

Not provided

New

Director of Product Foundations

Vercel is hiring a Director of Product Foundations to build the legal foundation...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

310000.00 - 340000.00 USD / Year

Vercel

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

California Bar admission or eligible for Registered In-House Counsel exception and in good standing
12+ years of legal experience, including meaningful product counseling, privacy, and/or regulatory experience in-house at a high-growth technology company serving enterprise customers
Strong understanding of AI, cloud services, and general b2b SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS business practices and relevant global regulatory requirements
Strong judgment and creativity around risk-assessment and mitigation
Deep technical literacy
Exceptional communication and advocacy skills, particularly with non-lawyers
Cooperative approach, willing to take on additional responsibilities
Experience managing legal teams, building strategic programs, and partnering with senior business and technical leaders
Fluency with AI tools

Job Responsibility

Lead Vercel’s privacy program, regulatory strategy and frameworks, IP strategy, litigation, and the legal team’s incident response processes
Translate complex requirements into business-oriented, actionable guidance so product teams can continue to ship fast
Build scalable programs using policies, playbooks, templates, trainings, and AI

What we offer

Competitive compensation package, including equity
Inclusive Healthcare Package
Learn and Grow - we provide mentorship and send you to events that help you build your network and skills
Flexible Time Off
We will provide you the gear you need to do your role, and a WFH budget for you to outfit your space as needed

Fulltime

Director, Privacy Counsel

Lawrence Harvey

Location:
United States , Cambridge, MA or Sleepy Hollow, NY

Category:
Legal

Contract Type:
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Job Posted:
January 29, 2026

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