Privacy Counsel

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Privacy Counsel in Los Angeles, CA. This role involves working closely with the Legal Risk Management team to address privacy-related issues across all business functions. The Privacy Counsel will enhance privacy policies, ensure compliance with U.S. and international privacy laws, and guide the firm in mitigating privacy and data-handling risks.

Duties

• Serve as the primary contact for privacy-related issues, including HIPAA, CCPA, and GDPR.
• Review and draft privacy and information-security provisions in various agreements.
• Manage client-driven information security and data privacy assessments.
• Identify privacy risks and develop corrective action plans.
• Oversee the firm's privacy program and ensure compliance with data retention standards.
• Support HR with privacy considerations related to personal data.
• Conduct privacy impact assessments and support audits and data incident responses.
• Advise on privacy risks associated with new tools and technologies.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active bar membership in good standing.
• Professional memberships or certifications in privacy preferred.
• At least 5-6 years of dedicated privacy experience, including U.S. and international frameworks.
• Experience managing privacy compliance programs in a corporate environment.
• Strong skills in Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Active bar membership in good standing.
• Certifications in privacy (e.g., CIPP/US, CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT) preferred.

Skills

• Strong analytical and logical reasoning abilities.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated professionalism and sound judgment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• Medical, financial, and other benefits dependent on the position.

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