Legal Counsel, Data Protection & Privacy

Company Description

Dentsu is a modern marketing solutions company. Our mission is to help clients navigate, progress and thrive in a world of change. Businesses rely on our integrated network of agencies and specialized practices to champion meaningful progress through creative, media, commerce, data and technology. Part of Dentsu Group, our global network comprises 66,000 diverse people in 143 countries, who are dedicated to teaming for growth and good. Some of our award-winning agencies include 360i, Carat, dentsumcgarrybowen, DEG, dentsuX, iProspect and Merkle. Follow us on Twitter @DentsuUSA and visit dentsu.com/us. 

Diversity is embedded in who we are and all that we do: our mindset, our solutions, and our teams to empower an inclusive, equitable environment. We put our people at the center, creating space for growth, understanding and learning so they can thrive. Our differences make us richer and enable stronger relationships with each other and foster greater impact for our clients. We engage with our communities to drive positive social impact by fostering equity and working to create a digital society that works for all.

Job Description

Dentsu International is seeking a Data Protection and Privacy Counsel to join its Americas Legal & Compliance team. This individual will support strategic privacy initiatives and provide transactional, policy, regulatory and compliance support to its Americas-based advertising agencies with a focus on the US market.

Reporting to the Senior Data Protection & Privacy Counsel, Americas, this individual will be responsible for a variety of commercially focused matters relating to data protection and privacy across all areas of the company, including contract negotiation, assisting with innovative commercial initiatives, and providing relevant guidance for new and existing products and initiatives.

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about privacy and will bring energy and enthusiasm to the role. There is plenty of opportunity to develop professional and personal skills, and work alongside senior management as a trusted business advisor. A keen interest in learning about all aspects of marketing and advertising and ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities is critical.

Primary responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of data-focused terms in contracts, amendments, addenda, and terms relating to compliance with Americas privacy legislation, the General Data Protection Regulation and other global privacy laws. 
• Work closely with the Americas Legal & Compliance team and enterprise functions to provide guidance on privacy issues across the Americas region in coordination with Data Protection and Privacy legal and compliance teams across the globe.
• Provide guidance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards pertaining to marketing and advertising data usage, including but not limited to CAN-SPAM, TCPA, HIPAA, CASL, and other similar legislation.
• Assist in providing advice to business and technology partners on product and service development and delivery consistent with the regional data privacy program, with a focus on the U.S. federal and state legislation, CASL, HIPAA, PIPEDA, LGPD, and other Americas-centered data protection legislation. 
• Support the development of regional policies, tools and processes, and implementation to mitigate data processing legal risks and reduce the volume of one-off reviews.
• Draft internal and public-facing privacy disclosures, disclaimers, and notices.
• Build strong working relationships with business teams, enterprise functions, and other legal teams within the Legal & Compliance Department.
• Monitor developments and changes to data protection and privacy laws and digital advertising industry best practice and advise on necessary organizational changes required.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate with 2 – 5 years of experience in a role at least 50% dedicated to data privacy in an in-house, law firm, or consulting setting.  Candidate should have experience providing advice relating to the impact of data protection and privacy in the context of hardware and software, digital platforms, advertising and marketing technology, and other platforms that are used in connection with personal information.    
• Experience with domestic and international laws and regulations relating to personal information (e.g., U.S. federal and state privacy legislation, LGPD, PIPEDA, GDPR).
• Familiarity with direct marketing (e.g., CAN-SPAM, T