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 ResponsibilitiesLead and manage the firm's global data privacy programEnsure compliance with GDPR, UK GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, Singapore PDPA, and other applicable privacy regulationsServe as the primary contact for privacy-related matters, regulatory inquiries, and supervisory authoritiesOversee data subject requests (DSARs), privacy incident response, breach notifications, and privacy investigationsConduct privacy audits, risk assessments, and compliance reviewsManage records of processing activities, data inventories, and data mapping initiativesReview and negotiate data privacy provisions, processing agreements, and cross-border data transfer mechanismsLead third-party vendor privacy assessments, including AI and emerging technology providersOwn DPIAs, LIAs, TIAs, and privacy governance processesDevelop privacy policies, procedures, training programs, and privacy-by-design initiativesPresent privacy risks, metrics, and recommendations to firm leadership and committeesQualificationsBachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferredActive U.S. attorney license required7+ years of progressive privacy, compliance, or data protection experienceExperience leading a privacy program within an Am Law firm, large professional services organization, or complex global enterpriseDeep knowledge of GDPR, UK GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, and international privacy regulationsDirect experience working with supervisory authorities and managing privacy incidentsExperience negotiating data processing agreements and evaluating vendor privacy risksStrong understanding of AI vendor due diligence and emerging technology privacy considerationsRequired certifications: CIPP/E, CIPP/US, and CIPMLegal industry experience strongly preferredLocation RequirementsCandidates 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 roleReports directly to the General CounselOpportunity to shape and lead a global privacy programExtensive collaboration with executive leadership and international stakeholdersCompetitive compensation package with bonus potentialFully remote opportunity within eligible statesOur specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.