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We are looking for a senior attorney with extensive experience in global data privacy, cybersecurity, commercial deals in the technology space, and regulatory matters to join our U.S. office within our global legal department as the Global Data Privacy Counsel and U.S. and Canada Privacy Officer. You will advise the business on complex privacy, data protection, cybersecurity, and emerging technology issues and play a leading role in designing, leading, and continuously improving our global data privacy program.
Job Responsibility:
Serve as a trusted strategic legal advisor to executive leadership, business unit and function heads, and the governance committees on global privacy, data protection, and cybersecurity risks, as well as opportunities aligned with rapid business growth and innovation
Design, lead, and continuously evolve the global privacy and data protection program, ensuring it not only meets regulatory requirements but also supports scalable growth and competitive advantage in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
Partner closely with product, technology, payments, data, software and hardware sales, marketing, and strategy teams to embed privacy-by-design and data governance principles into all data-driven and payment-related initiatives
Advise on privacy, data protection, cross-border data processing, and emerging technologies (AI and machine learning), in connection with parking, public transport and other urban mobility technologies and data services (B2B, B2C), to help the company navigate these complex regulatory environments while accelerating innovation
Balance risk management with enabling agility—help business units achieve their ambitious growth objectives without compromising compliance or customer trust
Lead and manage a global, unified privacy and data protection team, including the EU Data Protection Officer and EU Privacy Program Manager, and serve as the global privacy and data protection leader responsible for harmonizing privacy and data protection practices across all regions
Act as the company’s U.S. and Canada Privacy Officer, overseeing all U.S.-specific and Canada-specific aspects of the global privacy and data protection program
Own enterprise-wide development, implementation, and continuous improvement of privacy and data protection policies, standards, and frameworks aligned with relevant global privacy and data protection-related regulations
Develop and maintain a privacy and data protection risk management framework and a dashboard of key privacy metrics to inform leadership decision making and monitor program effectiveness in a high-growth environment
Lead privacy and data protection audits and program assessments to ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement aligned with rapid company growth
Identify, assess, and manage emerging risks related to data privacy and data governance, providing timely reports and actionable insights to governance committees and senior leadership
Promote privacy-by-design methodologies in partnership with technology and product teams
Drive global privacy and data protection training and awareness programs, cultivating a culture of accountability and privacy-mindedness across diverse teams and geographies
Lead interactions with external counsel, auditors, and regulators to anticipate, influence, and respond to evolving privacy, data protection and cybersecurity regulations and issues
Facilitate and review privacy and data protection impact assessments (PIAs/DPIAs) for new products and strategic data-driven initiatives
Oversee compliance with cross-border data transfer, localization, and data sovereignty requirements, particularly in the context of large-scale data processing
Provide expert legal counsel and strategic advice on privacy and data protection-related provisions in commercial agreements (sales, third-party, etc.)—actively enabling and accelerating deals and sales while ensuring privacy and compliance are embedded in all business dealings, especially those with cross-border implications
Provide expert counsel on legal and ethical considerations related to AI, machine learning, and other emerging technologies, ensuring compliance with evolving AI governance frameworks and data ethics standards
Lead privacy risk assessments and governance frameworks for AI/ML projects to promote responsible and transparent AI
Support innovation while ensuring that AI-driven products and services meet high standards of privacy, security, and regulatory compliance
Lead and coordinate enterprise privacy incident response in collaboration with Information Security and senior leadership, minimizing legal risks and ensuring effective communication with internal and external stakeholders during an incident
Advise on proactive incident response plans to ensure efficiencies and collaboration across stakeholders while managing legal risk
Requirements:
Juris Doctor degree from a reputable, accredited U.S. law school
Active license in good standing with one or more U.S. state bars (Georgia preferred)
10+ years of progressive experience in data privacy and cybersecurity legal matters, with significant in-house experience at a high-growth, technology-driven company
Deep expertise and knowledge of and hands-on experience with U.S. and international data privacy, cybersecurity, and compliance laws and frameworks (including GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, PCI-DSS, ISO certifications, and other relevant global standards) and leading-edge AI regulations and frameworks
Demonstrated success in providing strategic legal counsel that balances risk management with enabling innovation and business growth, particularly in payments and data-driven initiatives
Proven experience leading global privacy and data protection programs, including managing privacy and data protection risk frameworks and governance
Experience managing external counsel, auditors, and regulators
Proven ability to lead, develop, and inspire diverse, global teams, including direct leadership experience with Data Protection Officers and other privacy professionals
Strong business acumen with the ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, actionable advice that aligns with business objectives and supports deal-making and sales acceleration
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels, including senior executives and cross-functional teams globally
Proficiency in using Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) systems to manage privacy programs is a plus
A collaborative, flexible, and pragmatic mindset, eager to work across cultures and geographies in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
Written and verbal fluency in English required
additional language skills are a valuable asset
Nice to have:
Proficiency in using Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) systems to manage privacy programs is a plus
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