Data Privacy Officer

A leading global law firm is seeking a Data Privacy Officer to lead and oversee its worldwide data privacy program. Reporting to the General Counsel, this newly created role will serve as the firm's primary privacy subject matter expert, chair the Data Privacy Committee, and partner closely with executive leadership, IT Security, Information Governance, and legal teams across multiple jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the firm's global data privacy program
• Ensure compliance with GDPR, UK GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, Singapore PDPA, and other applicable privacy regulations
• Serve as the primary contact for privacy-related matters, regulatory inquiries, and supervisory authorities
• Oversee data subject requests (DSARs), privacy incident response, breach notifications, and privacy investigations
• Conduct privacy audits, risk assessments, and compliance reviews
• Manage records of processing activities, data inventories, and data mapping initiatives
• Review and negotiate data privacy provisions, processing agreements, and cross-border data transfer mechanisms
• Lead third-party vendor privacy assessments, including AI and emerging technology providers
• Own DPIAs, LIAs, TIAs, and privacy governance processes
• Develop privacy policies, procedures, training programs, and privacy-by-design initiatives
• Present privacy risks, metrics, and recommendations to firm leadership and committees

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
• Active U.S. attorney license required
• 7+ years of progressive privacy, compliance, or data protection experience
• Experience leading a privacy program within an Am Law firm, large professional services organization, or complex global enterprise
• Deep knowledge of GDPR, UK GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, and international privacy regulations
• Direct experience working with supervisory authorities and managing privacy incidents
• Experience negotiating data processing agreements and evaluating vendor privacy risks
• Strong understanding of AI vendor due diligence and emerging technology privacy considerations
• Required certifications: CIPP/E, CIPP/US, and CIPM
• Legal industry experience strongly preferred

Location Requirements

Candidates must reside in one of the following states:

AR, CA, CO, DC, DE, FL, GA, IL, KS, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, NC, NE, NJ, NM, NV, NY, ND, OH, OR, PA, RI, TX, UT, VA, WA, or WI.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Newly created, high-impact leadership role
• Reports directly to the General Counsel
• Opportunity to shape and lead a global privacy program
• Extensive collaboration with executive leadership and international stakeholders
• Competitive compensation package with bonus potential
• Fully remote opportunity within eligible states

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