Data Protection and Commercial Contracts Counsel

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Job Overview
A law firm seeks a Data Protection and Commercial Contracts Counsel in Phoenix, AZ. 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.
• Review and negotiate vendor and client contracts.
• Support AI governance and vendor management programs.
• Monitor compliance with data protection policies and laws.
• Assist with client data protection audits and inquiries.
• Collaborate on incident response and remediation.
• Draft and negotiate commercial contracts to mitigate risks.
• Develop and track data protection training programs.
• Promote a culture of data protection and compliance.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in data protection and privacy risk within a law firm or regulated industry.
• 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

• Active bar license in state of residence and office location.
• CIPP/US and CIPP/AIGP certifications preferred.

Skills

• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to communicate complex legal requirements effectively.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Health, vision, and dental insurance.
• 401k plan.
• Life and disability insurance.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10537 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 301
Century City
California
United States 90025
Phone : (310) 444 0000
Fax : (213) 895-7306