Sr Counsel, Privacy and Technology

Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 43 states and six Canadian provinces. Our energy and logistics division serves as a top supplier of fuel, employing one of the largest tanker fleets and providing critical services to oil operations in our nation's busiest basins. Pilot Company supports a growing portfolio of brands with expertise in supply chain and retail operations, logistics and transportation, technology and digital innovation, construction, maintenance, human resources, finance, sales and marketing.

Founded in 1958 by Jim A. Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and commitment to giving back remains true to us today. Whether we are serving guests, a fellow team member, or a trucking company, we are dedicated to fueling people and keeping North America moving.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Military encouraged to apply.

Job Description

Sr Counsel, Privacy and Technology

The Senior Counsel, Privacy & Technology serves as a strategic legal advisor responsible for providing counsel on privacy, data protection, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, technology transactions, and digital innovation initiatives. This role partners closely with Legal, Information Security, IT, Product, HR, Compliance, and business leaders to ensure compliance with applicable privacy laws and regulations while supporting business growth and technology adoption.

Essential Functions

1. Provide legal counsel on privacy, data protection, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and technology related matters.
2. Advise business leaders on compliance with applicable privacy and data protection laws and regulations.
3. Draft, review, and negotiate technology, software, cloud services, data-sharing, and vendor agreements.
4. Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to identify, assess, and mitigate privacy and technology risks.
5. Support cybersecurity incident response activities, including breach assessment, notification, and regulatory compliance requirements.
6. Develop, implement, and maintain privacy policies, standards, governance frameworks, and related compliance programs.
7. Conduct legal reviews of new products, technologies, data initiatives, and digital transformation projects.
8. Monitor emerging laws, regulations, and industry developments related to privacy, cybersecurity, AI, and technology, and provide practical guidance to stakeholders.
9. Manage regulatory inquiries, audits, investigations, and outside counsel related to privacy and technology matters.
10. Deliver risk based legal guidance and training to support business objectives while protecting the organization's legal and regulatory interests.
11. Support special projects and process improvement initiatives while maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.
12. Model behaviors that support the company’s common purpose; ensure guests and team members are supported at the highest level.
13. Complete other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school required.
• Active license to practice law in the state of Tennessee or registration with the Tennessee Board of Law Examiners if not licensed in the state of Tennessee 
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of 8+ years of legal experience with significant focus on privacy, data protection, cybersecurity, technology transactions, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience advising organizations on U.S. privacy laws, data governance, cybersecurity matters, and technology-related legal risks.
• Demonstrated experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial and technology agreements, including SaaS, cloud services, software licensing, data-sharing, and vendor contracts.
• Experience supporting cybersecurity incident response, data breach investigations, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Proven ability to partner with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to develop practical, business-focused legal solutions.
• In-house counsel experience supporting technology, healthcare, financial services, retail, or other highly regulated industries preferred.
• Experience advising on artificial intelligence, digital innovation, and emerging technology initiatives preferred.
• This position requires candidates to be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship

Specialized Knowledge

• Deep knowledge of U.S. privacy and data protection laws,
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity laws, incident response protocols, and information security governance practices.
• Knowledge of technology contracting, software licensing, cloud computing, intellectual property, and digital services.
• Familiarity with legal, regulatory, and governance considerations related to artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.
• Exceptional contract drafting, negotiation, and risk assessment skills.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to balance legal requirements and operational objectives.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influence skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex matters independently in a fast-paced environment while exercising sound legal judgment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and decision-making capabilities.

Additional Information

Nation-wide Medical Plan/Dental/Vision

401(k) and Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Fuel Discount

Adoption Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

Onsite Gym and Cafeteria

Weekly Pay

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines