Overview
A leading aviation software and data products provider is seeking a Counsel, Technology, Privacy & Regulatory Affairs to join their Office of the General Counsel (OGC). This role supports a technology-focused legal portfolio including cybersecurity, information security, US data privacy, AI governance, compliance, government relations, and regulatory affairs. Reporting to senior counsel, the position involves working on dynamic legal issues such as AI governance frameworks, emerging privacy obligations, and global regulatory developments.
Responsibilities
- Support cybersecurity and information security legal matters, including incident readiness planning, incident response, and coordination with information security and IT teams.
- Assist with US privacy program compliance, including review of vendor and procurement matters.
- Support the company’s AI governance framework by assisting with legal review and approval processes for new AI features, vendors, and use cases.
- Contribute to government relations efforts related to AI policy and emerging regulatory developments.
- Provide legal support for the compliance program across internal compliance needs.
- Support regulatory readiness efforts under frameworks such as the EU AI Act, EU Product Liability Directive, and consumer protection regulations.
- Develop templates, playbooks, and guidance materials to improve consistency and scalability across practice areas.
- Take on additional legal matters and projects as business needs evolve.
Basic Qualifications
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
- Active bar membership in good standing in at least one jurisdiction.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant legal practice experience, ideally including both in-house and law firm experience.
- Experience in two or more of the following areas: data privacy, cybersecurity, technology regulation, AI law and governance, and compliance.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to provide practical, business-focused advice and manage multiple priorities collaboratively.
Preferred Qualifications
- In-house legal experience in technology, software, AI, or related industries.
- Experience with privacy program management and data protection.
- Experience with cybersecurity incident response or information security legal matters.
- Familiarity with AI governance frameworks, AI regulatory developments, or AI ethics and policy.
- Knowledge of EU regulatory frameworks such as the EU AI Act, GDPR, or EU Product Liability Directive.
- Familiarity with US privacy laws including CCPA and applicable state consumer privacy laws.
- Experience supporting compliance programs or government relations in a technology company.
- Experience in regulated industries such as aviation, aerospace, or enterprise software.
- Experience working collaboratively with product, engineering, and security teams.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $113,000 - $135,000, based on experience and qualifications.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer-paid health premiums.
- Open Paid Time Off (PTO) policy.
- 401(k) plan with up to 10% company matching and immediate vesting.
- 12 weeks paid parental leave.
- Flight training rewards.
Location
This position is with a company serving the Commercial, Business, Military, and General Aviation sectors globally, combining decades of aeronautical data expertise with advanced aviation technology solutions.