Lead Counsel - Data Protection

Meta • New York, NY • 2d ago

Summary:

Meta is looking for a Lead Counsel (Data Protection) to advise on data protection issues primarily related to human resources and security-related matters. You will help drive high-profile, internal initiatives across the business involving complex legal and regulatory issues. This requires business acumen, a substantive knowledge of US privacy laws, and the capacity to both work independently and with large multi-stakeholder teams. We are looking for someone articulate and analytical, who is diligent, proactive, collaborative, and who has demonstrated exceptional legal and business judgment and strategic thinking. You should be enthusiastic about technology and its potential for positive impact in peoples' lives.

Required Skills:

Lead Counsel - Data Protection Responsibilities:

Support Meta's global privacy program, including by developing and improving privacy frameworks and processes to ensure we meet our obligations under global privacy laws

Support business teams in evaluating the impact of privacy laws, regulatory guidance, enforcement actions, and other obligations on new and existing HR and security processes and internal tools and features

Develop and maintain subject-matter expertise in relevant areas

Support members of the legal, policy, and business teams on privacy matters, including in areas related to data subject rights, recruitment, and use of AI in the workplace

Engage with privacy regulators in connection with new privacy features and initiatives

Minimum Qualifications:

Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree from an accredited institution

Active and in good standing bar license in at least one U.S. state or equivalent foreign bar license. Where the jurisdiction of licensure differs from the location in which the role is based, the ability to promptly obtain permission to practice law for Meta in that location

5+ years of legal experience as a practicing attorney, including at a law firm, in-house, or in government

Working knowledge of global privacy laws, regulations, privacy programs and industry guidelines

Effective communication, legal writing, and interpersonal skills

Demonstrated business judgment, client counseling, and strategic thinking skills

Experience working on multiple projects in a deadline-focused environment, delivering practical advice under pressure

Experience taking on projects involving different subject matters, and working with cross-functional organizations to drive alignment

Proven track record of delivering results with large-scale, cross-functional projects in a fast-paced environment

Experience making decisions in the face of ambiguity and evolving priorities

Preferred Qualifications:

Employment law or HR experience

Experience of working on privacy and data protection issues arising in the @context of areas such as HR data practices, security, incident response, or privacy program implementation/management

Experience supporting a global team at an Internet services and technology company

Public Compensation:

$170,000/year to $237,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Industry: Internet

Equal Opportunity:

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereo@types, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@meta.com.

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