Senior Privacy Counsel

Our client, a leading global technology company, is seeking an experienced senior privacy professional to join their privacy and data protection team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with APAC privacy laws and regulations, as well as serving as the subject matter expert for Taiwan, India, China, and other applicable APAC markets. You will play a critical role in supporting product and service development, advising on real-world privacy situations, and guiding strategic decisions as the APAC privacy SME. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in privacy law, strong analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities. Privacy law experience specific to the APAC region is required. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team and make a significant impact on privacy practices within a global organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Advise on all aspects of applicable APAC privacy laws and regulations, including PIPL, Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, and emerging laws and trends
• Guide product development teams for new products and services from concept to operation
• Work closely with other privacy counsel to develop global company privacy approaches
• Develop and deliver training
• Advise on NDAs, DPAs, and other agreements involving use and protection of personal information
• Support data subject requests or queries relating to company's privacy and data protection practices
• Develop contacts and participate in professional organization that enhance the understanding of APAC privacy law developments

QUALIFICATIONS

• Significant experience with privacy laws, particularly in Japan, South Korea, India, Taiwan, or China
• Strong analytical and problem-resolution skills with the ability to balance business needs with legal risks
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly and succinctly communicate legal advice, solicit input, and gather information verbally and in writing
• Demonstrated cross-functional communication and working with teams at various levels of an organization
• Considerable interpersonal skills, preferably with experience working with international clientele
• Experience implementing Privacy by Design for medical device and/or digital healthcare products is preferred
• Ability to work autonomously and prioritize multiple matters simultaneously in a demanding, fast-paced environment, while seeking supervision and guidance when necessary
• Relevant certifications, technical background, and language skills is a plus
• Project management and compliance experience preferred
• Ability to coach and train others on areas of competence

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• Juris Doctor, licensed and in good standing to practice law is required; Master’s degree is a plus
• CIPP or equivalent certification is required

Expected salary for this exempt role is $180,400 - $259,600, commensurate with experience, training, skills, qualifications, and other market factors.

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