Lead Associate General Counsel, Privacy & Product (remote)

Associate General Counsel, Privacy & Product

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for an Associate General Counsel, Privacy & Product. In this pivotal role, you will lead the development and execution of global privacy and product strategies. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with various regulatory frameworks while fostering a culture of privacy by design. Your leadership will not only enhance the company's legal framework but also build a highly effective legal team, empowering them to address complex challenges and drive innovation throughout the organization.

Accountabilities

• Lead the global privacy and product legal strategy, establishing comprehensive privacy policies and compliance programs.
• Manage and mentor a team of privacy and product counsel, balancing workloads and fostering collaboration.
• Partner with Product and Engineering teams to integrate privacy-by-design principles into product development.
• Advise on AI technologies and emerging products, navigating the intersection of privacy law and innovation.
• Conduct privacy impact assessments, law enforcement requests, and risk mitigation strategies with key stakeholders.
• Draft and negotiate privacy-related agreements while overseeing privacy implications in commercial transactions.
• Interpret evolving privacy regulations and advise teams on practical compliance measures.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active U.S. state bar membership.
• 10+ years of legal experience, with a minimum of 3 years in-house at a technology firm.
• Proven experience in managing and scaling legal teams effectively.
• Expertise in global privacy legislation, including GDPR and CCPA/CPRA.
• Hands-on experience in developing privacy compliance programs within tech environments.
• Significant experience in privacy and product counsel within the technology sector.

Benefits

• Equity (RSUs) in a growing, privately held company.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with most premiums paid by the company.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave and additional support for family life.
• Flexible vacation and paid holidays, including a sabbatical program.
• Access to mental health resources, therapy, and wellness programs.
• 401(k) plan with 100% matching by the employer for retirement savings.
• Monthly stipends for work and wellness activities.
• Eligibility for annual bonus programs for all full-time employees.