Staff Attorney - Legal Privacy & Data

Language Fluency: English (Required) Work Shift: 1st shift (United States of America) Job Grade: 111 Please review the following job description: Staff Attorney position plays a significant role in supporting the operations in Privacy & Data within the Legal Department. The role supports the group by serving as the front-line Legal reviewer and negotiator for contract escalations in the privacy and data space, including negotiations involving privacy and artificial intelligence language in our MSA and in our respective contract exhibits. Attorney also serves as the documentation manager for various group deliverables, including the team’s SharePoint site and the guidance and informational documents made available on that site. Role is office centric and requires being in office 5 days. This is NOT a remote opportunity.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Use critical thinking and creativity to support, develop, and improve the effectiveness and efficiency of new or existing initiatives, build processes, and provide project management support. Collaborate with colleagues to collect, document, and confirm requirements; prioritize technical initiatives based on departmental needs; and facilitate and participate in testing, launch efforts, and issue resolution. Effectively and efficiently negotiate contracts on behalf of the team and work with internal and external lawyers as needed/directed. Work cross-functionally with various teams to support operational objectives. Support, and may lead, ad-hoc projects related to Privacy & Data Legal.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications: Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school and licensed to practice law in good standing. Minimum 3+ years of post-bar experience in a law firm, government, and/or corporate settings. Possess strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to prioritize matters, utilize time management skills, and move between matters fluidly. Ability to handle a heavy workload, manage stress effectively and meet critical deadlines. Team-oriented mentality and excellent interpersonal skills. Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office software products. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Preferred Qualifications: Experience as a first line contract reviewer and negotiator. Experience in a corporate legal department having successfully held positions of advancing responsibility. Ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the firm and build strong relationships with internal stakeholders. Comfortable working in the entrepreneurial environment of a large, complex corporation. Experience working in Compliance, Legal, or Risk Departments in a large financial services company.

OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS

Sitting/Standing/Walking/Bending/Lifting Sitting – Occasionally (Less than 25% of the time). Standing – Occasionally (Less than 25% of the time). Walking – Occasionally (Less than 25% of the time). Bending – Occasionally (Less than 25% of the time). Lifting – Up to 10 lbs. Visual / Audio / Speaking Able to access and interpret client information received from the computer and able to hear and speak with individuals in person and on the phone. Manual Dexterity / Keyboarding Able to work standard office equipment, including PC keyboard and mouse, copy/fax machines, and printers. Availability Able to work all hours scheduled, including overtime as directed by manager/supervisor and required by business need. Travel Minimal and up to 10% General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist’s generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work. #J-18808-Ljbffr Fayette Chamber of Commerce