Lead Counsel, Data Privacy Job at Airwallex

Lead Counsel, Data Privacy

You will join as Senior Lead Counsel, Data & Privacy, with primary responsibilit...

Location

United States , San Francisco; New York

Salary:

180000.00 - 270000.00 USD / Year

Airwallex

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

U.S. legal qualification (or foreign equivalent) and active license to practice in at least one US jurisdiction
8 years of experience in an in‑house legal department and/or in private practice advising on technology, data and privacy issues related to technical platforms and products
Strong knowledge of US federal and state privacy and data‑security laws (such as CCPA/CPRA and GLBA/Reg P) and how they intersect with payments and broader financial‑services regulation, plus working knowledge of GDPR and Canadian/South American privacy requirements (such as LGPD)
Experience providing guidance on US related privacy adtech requirements and technologies, including varying consent frameworks under US state privacy laws, and operationalizing consent management requirements
Demonstrated experience partnering with technical teams (Product, Engineering, Information Security) to translate legal and regulatory requirements into practical technical designs, controls, and processes
Demonstrated experience advising on emerging US and global AI legal requirements and AI‑governance best practices, and experience advising on AI/ML tools, vendors, or products from a privacy and data‑protection perspective
Experience providing data and privacy legal support during security or privacy incidents, including incident assessment, notification analysis, and remediation planning
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts to non‑lawyers and senior executives, and to drive clear decisions in ambiguous, time‑sensitive situations
High degree of ownership, resilience, and pragmatism
comfortable working in a fast‑paced, high‑growth fintech environment and managing multiple complex matters in parallel

Job Responsibility

Serve as lead data and privacy counsel for the US and Americas region, providing risk‑based, business‑oriented advice on US, Canada, and South American, data protection, AI and cybersecurity issues (including cross‑border access and national‑security‑adjacent topics), grounded in global data protection regulation and frameworks
Spearhead AI governance development and implementation globally, providing guidance on relevant global and US AI frameworks and executing a fit-for-purpose AI governance approach at Airwallex, including developing and implementing AI policies, procedures, privacy-related AI mitigations, and accountability frameworks
Develop and help execute privacy and data protection compliance programs for the Americas, specifically focused on compliance with US federal and state consumer financial privacy frameworks (GLBA, FCRA, CalFIPA) compliance, Executive Order 14117, and comprehensive state privacy compliance
Partner closely with Product, Engineering, Information Security, Regulatory Legal, Regulatory Compliance, Commercial Legal and Risk to embed privacy‑ and security‑by‑design in product development, technical architecture, UX, and go‑to‑market, including by spearheading DPIAs/PIAs, AI risk assessments, and other privacy impact assessments
Draft, review, and negotiate complex data protection and data‑sharing terms (including DPAs, cross‑border transfer terms, and AI‑related clauses) with customers, vendors, financial partners, and other third parties, acting as an escalation point for high‑risk matters
Coordinate and oversee international data flows touching the Americas, ensuring appropriate transfer tools and governance (e.g. SCCs or equivalent), and supporting initiatives on data localisation, storage, and access controls
Co‑lead the privacy and data‑protection workstream for security and data incidents related to the Americas with Information Security and other stakeholders, including triage, investigation, regulatory and customer notifications, remediation, and lessons learned
Advise on high‑risk or novel processing activities (e.g. new AI use cases, advanced analytics, innovative platform and embedded‑finance data models), helping structure appropriate safeguards, governance, and documentation
Support interactions with US and Americas regulators and policymakers on privacy, cybersecurity, data‑access and related topics, in close coordination with Regulatory Legal and Regulatory Compliance
Help build and refine tools and processes for privacy workflows (e.g., intake, assessment, DPIA/PIA/DPIA for AI, ROPA, DSRs), including the use of specialist tooling, metrics, and dashboards to track and evidence compliance

What we offer

Offers Equity
Offers Bonus
medical, dental, and vision insurance
a 401(k) plan
short-term and long-term disability
basic life insurance
well-being benefits
20 paid days of vacation
12 paid days of company holidays

Fulltime

Lead Privacy Counsel, Infrastructure & Data Governance

We are seeking a strategic, pragmatic, and proactive Privacy Counsel to join our...

Location

United States

Salary:

Not provided

Mozilla

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

J.D. degree and membership in a state bar with good standing (or foreign equivalent)
8+ years of relevant legal experience, including substantial experience advising on global privacy and data governance matters as in-house counsel
Demonstrated experience building and maintaining privacy compliance infrastructure, including data mapping, records of processing activities, governance frameworks, risk rubrics, and operational privacy processes
Demonstrated ability to operate independently, take ownership of complex cross-functional initiatives, and drive practical, scalable outcomes in a fast-paced environment
Ability to drive impact, outcomes and engagement using limited resources to get results
Established ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously and build consensus across cross-functional teams
Excellent written and verbal communication with ability to distill nuanced concepts into concise messages, write and edit for a variety of audiences (ranging from junior engineers to senior executives), and deliver polished presentations

Job Responsibility

Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of Mozilla's core privacy compliance infrastructure, including enterprise data mapping and records of processing activities
Independently drive complex cross-functional privacy initiatives and operationalize scalable governance processes with minimal oversight
Evaluate and advise on evolving U.S., European, and international privacy and AI related regulatory developments and industry guidelines relevant to enterprise operations and internal data governance
Design and operationalize scalable global privacy compliance processes, controls, and documentation frameworks across Mozilla's internal systems and enterprise functions
Manage and advise on third-party privacy risk assessments, including vendor DPIAs, LIAs,TIAs, and related due diligence processes, using a scalable approach to manage and mitigate risk
Support and help manage Mozilla's privacy Mozilla's privacy incident response program, including triage, risk assessment, escalation management, documentation, and remediation coordination
Develop scalable training, intake, and operational processes to improve organizational privacy maturity and reduce friction for internal stakeholders, including by maintaining and implementing a robust privacy risk framework
Provide privacy advice in M&A transactions and post-close integration activities

What we offer

Generous performance-based bonus plans to all eligible employees
Rich medical, dental, and vision coverage
Generous retirement contributions with 100% immediate vesting (regardless of whether you contribute)
Quarterly all-company wellness days where everyone takes a pause together
Country specific holidays plus a day off for your birthday
One-time home office stipend
Annual professional development budget
Quarterly well-being stipend
Considerable paid parental leave
Employee referral bonus program

Fulltime

Senior Legal Counsel - Data Privacy & Compliance

We’re hiring a Senior Legal Counsel dedicated to Data Privacy & Compliance - som...

Location

United Kingdom , Dunstable

Salary:

Not provided

Whitbread Inns

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Deep expertise in UK data protection law (EU desirable)
Experience handling large volumes of consumer and/or employee data (B2C essential)
Strong policy‑writing skills — capable of building frameworks from scratch and owning them
Experience in drafting and implementing procedures, controls and compliance programmes
Comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders and influencing across the business
Ability to operate with a high level of autonomy and enthusiasm
Private‑practice background welcome
in‑house experience is a bonus, not a requirement

Job Responsibility

Lead on UK data protection compliance, advising across Whitbread’s end‑to‑end consumer and employee data lifecycle
Develop, maintain and embed group‑wide policies, procedures and data governance frameworks
Manage and optimise our relationship with the UK’s outsourced DPO
Provide best‑practice guidance to operations in Ireland, Germany and China
Deliver DPIAs, ROPAs, DSAR handling, and data‑related litigation management
Advise on CRM, digital marketing, cookies, and marketing consent
Draft and negotiate data processing/sharing agreements
Guide IT teams to ensure privacy is embedded from the very beginning of any change or initiative
Own and evolve a broad compliance portfolio, including: Code of Conduct governance and communication
Competition law risk and training

What we offer

bonus
10% matched pension
health care

Lead Counsel - Data Protection

Meta is looking for a Lead Counsel (Data Protection) to advise on data protectio...

Location

United States , Austin

Salary:

170000.00 - 237000.00 USD / Year

Lead Counsel, Privacy (Wearables)

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Location

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Counsel, Privacy, Ai, And Data Protection

The Counsel for Privacy, AI, and Data Protection serves as the enterprise subjec...

Location

United States , Lexington

Salary:

150000.00 - 175000.00 USD / Year

Valvoline Global

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
Minimum of 8-12 years of legal experience, with significant focus on privacy, data protection, cybersecurity, and/or technology law
Demonstrated expertise in U.S. and global privacy laws and frameworks (e.g., GDPR, CCPA/CPRA) and strong familiarity with emerging AI regulatory requirements
Experience advising on AI/ML technologies, data-driven business models, or digital products, including governance and risk management considerations
Proven experience building or supporting global privacy programs and operationalizing compliance frameworks (e.g., DPIAs, DSARs, data mapping)
Strong experience partnering with Product, Engineering, IT, and Security teams to translate legal requirements into practical solutions
Demonstrated ability to operate independently, manage complex cross-functional initiatives, and provide strategic, risk-based legal advice
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders
Ability to travel (approximately 10-20%) to support global business initiatives and team engagement
Collaborate effectively across global time zones, providing support to regional stakeholders and participating in meetings outside standard business hours as needed to support a globally distributed organization

Job Responsibility

Accountable for the design, implementation, and ongoing effectiveness of Valvoline's global privacy program, including governance structure, policies, and operational processes
Owns enterprise interpretation and application of global privacy laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA/CPRA), establishing company-wide standards and guidance
Accountable for core privacy program operations, including DPIAs/PIAs, DSAR processes, data mapping, and records of processing activities, ensuring they are scalable, auditable, and consistently executed
Establishes and monitors program KPIs and metrics to measure compliance, maturity, and operational effectiveness
drives remediation where gaps exist
Leads integration of privacy-by-design principles into business processes, systems, and product development, ensuring consistent adoption across functions
Accountable for the enterprise AI governance framework, including policy development, risk classification models, and required controls
Owns the legal review and risk determination framework for AI/ML use cases, including defining approval thresholds and escalation criteria
Ensures AI initiatives meet regulatory, ethical, and internal governance standards, providing final legal guidance on high-risk or ambiguous use cases
Translates global AI regulatory developments into enforceable internal requirements, ensuring timely adoption across the enterprise

What we offer

Health insurance plans (medical, dental, vision)
Health Savings Account (with an employer-base deposit and match)
Flexible spending accounts
Competitive 401(k) with generous employer base deposit and match
Incentive opportunity
Life insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Paid vacation and holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discounts

Fulltime

Counsel, Privacy, AI, and Data Protection

Why Valvoline Global Operations? At Valvoline Global Operations, we're proud to ...

Location

United States , Lexington

Salary:

150000.00 - 175000.00 USD / Year

Valvoline

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
Minimum of 8–12 years of legal experience, with significant focus on privacy, data protection, cybersecurity, and/or technology law
Demonstrated expertise in U.S. and global privacy laws and frameworks (e.g., GDPR, CCPA/CPRA) and strong familiarity with emerging AI regulatory requirements
Experience advising on AI/ML technologies, data-driven business models, or digital products, including governance and risk management considerations
Proven experience building or supporting global privacy programs and operationalizing compliance frameworks (e.g., DPIAs, DSARs, data mapping)
Strong experience partnering with Product, Engineering, IT, and Security teams to translate legal requirements into practical solutions
Demonstrated ability to operate independently, manage complex cross-functional initiatives, and provide strategic, risk-based legal advice
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders
Ability to travel (approximately 10–20%) to support global business initiatives and team engagement
Collaborate effectively across global time zones, providing support to regional stakeholders and participating in meetings outside standard business hours as needed to support a globally distributed organization

Job Responsibility

Accountable for the design, implementation, and ongoing effectiveness of Valvoline's global privacy program, including governance structure, policies, and operational processes
Owns enterprise interpretation and application of global privacy laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA/CPRA), establishing company-wide standards and guidance
Accountable for core privacy program operations, including DPIAs/PIAs, DSAR processes, data mapping, and records of processing activities, ensuring they are scalable, auditable, and consistently executed
Establishes and monitors program KPIs and metrics to measure compliance, maturity, and operational effectiveness
drives remediation where gaps exist
Leads integration of privacy-by-design principles into business processes, systems, and product development, ensuring consistent adoption across functions
Accountable for the enterprise AI governance framework, including policy development, risk classification models, and required controls
Owns the legal review and risk determination framework for AI/ML use cases, including defining approval thresholds and escalation criteria
Ensures AI initiatives meet regulatory, ethical, and internal governance standards, providing final legal guidance on high-risk or ambiguous use cases
Translates global AI regulatory developments into enforceable internal requirements, ensuring timely adoption across the enterprise

What we offer

Health insurance plans (medical, dental, vision)
Health Savings Account (with an employer-base deposit and match)
Flexible spending accounts
Competitive 401(k) with generous employer base deposit and match
Incentive opportunity
Life insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Paid vacation and holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discounts

Fulltime

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

Location

Ireland , Dublin

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