Data Protection and Commercial Contracts Counsel

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Job Overview
A law firm seeks a Data Protection and Commercial Contracts Counsel in Minneapolis, MN. This role involves leading the firm's data protection strategy and assisting with commercial contracts to ensure compliance with relevant laws and ethical obligations.

Duties

• Develop and maintain data protection strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Advise on data protection and AI legal developments.
• Support vendor diligence and management programs.
• Review and negotiate vendor and client contracts.
• Monitor compliance with data protection policies and laws.
• Support the firm's health plan privacy program.
• Coordinate with Records Management on retention policies.
• Assist with client data protection audits and inquiries.
• Support incident response and remediation efforts.
• Develop data protection training programs.

Requirements

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active bar license in state of residence and office location.
• 5+ years of experience in data protection and privacy risk.
• Experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Strong understanding of contract law and data protection principles.
• Knowledge of U.S. privacy laws and GDPR.

Education

• JD from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• CIPP/US certification preferred.
• CIPP/AIGP certification preferred.

Skills

• Strategic and pragmatic judgment.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to communicate complex requirements effectively.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong customer service attitude.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Supportive, adaptable work environment.
• Career development through mentoring and training.
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.
• Paid time off, health, vision, dental, 401k, life, and disability insurance.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : (312) 321-9411
Fax : (213) 895-7306