Counsel, Privacy & Data Protection

Overview

A leading organization in the Finance & Insurance sector is seeking a Counsel specializing in Privacy & Data Protection. This role focuses on the intersection of data, AI-enabled capabilities, and scalable technology delivery within a regulated financial services environment. The position involves partnering with business, technical, and operational stakeholders to build reporting, identify trends, and translate analysis into actionable insights.

Location: Remote (U.S. based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available)

Compensation: $136,900 – $163,400 annually

Responsibilities

• Monitor and advise on global privacy and data protection regulations
• Provide legal advice to commercial teams on contract negotiations involving privacy and AI terms
• Support third-party assurance teams with privacy-related inquiries
• Review new business initiatives for legal risks related to privacy and AI
• Advise marketing teams on compliance with privacy laws and AI-related obligations
• Develop and maintain internal training materials for privacy compliance
• Coordinate with internal teams and outside counsel on data privacy issues

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree or equivalent
• Licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. state
• 2-4 years of post-qualification experience in privacy and data protection, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence
• Experience with HIPAA, GLBA, and related privacy and AI laws
• In-house legal experience preferred, especially within financial services or healthcare sectors
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills
• Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) certification preferred

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Knowledge of international data protection regulations such as GDPR
• Familiarity with contract management software (e.g., DocuSign, ContractWorks)
• Understanding of artificial intelligence compliance frameworks

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Life and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity organization and encourages applications from candidates who may not meet every qualification but whose backgrounds could contribute valuable perspectives to the team.