Managing Counsel, Privacy and Data Security

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are on a singular mission to create an Olympic and Paralympic Games that celebrate all that this city and country have to offer, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners and our community.  

The 2028 Games mark the return of the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles’ third time hosting an Olympic Games and first time welcoming the Paralympic Games. This presents the unique and exciting opportunity to celebrate our legacy with the Games and push the Olympic and Paralympic Movements forward, writing a new chapter of Games history in Los Angeles.  

Putting on an Olympic and Paralympic Games is a team sport. To build a Games unlike any the world has seen before, we need the best team in place–a team full of diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise. We are guided by the following set of values and behaviors–optimism, integrity, excellence, inclusion, co-creation and boldness–and look forward to hearing about how your past experiences align with them.

Managing Counsel, Privacy and Data Security:

The Managing Counsel, Data Privacy & Protection will be an integral part of the legal team, responsible for ensuring compliance with various domestic and international regulations and best practices, including supporting technological infrastructure compliance and data analytics. This role offers an unparalleled opportunity to increase your professional network, gain valuable experience, and grow with the organization as we gear up for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games! 

 This position will report to the Associate General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Serves as the primary contact and liaison for all data security and protection related matters; coordinating with internal and external stakeholders including applicable government authorities and other partners. 
• Draft and update the privacy policies, terms of use, and consents for LA28 and USOPP's various business lines. 
• Develop, implement, and maintain data protection and privacy procedures and processes for LA28 and USOPP, considering domestic and applicable international requirements. 
• Provide advice to a range of LA28’s business teams on implementation of privacy regulations and compliance with applicable privacy laws.  Collaborate with technology, marketing, and other functional area teams. 
• Advise, draft and negotiate the privacy and data security portions of contracts with vendors and other business partners. 
• Draft and advise on contracts regarding data privacy and protection requirements. 
• Work closely with Technology department to design and implement training and awareness on data protection and privacy. 
• Advise on cybersecurity incident response requirements concerning data privacy and protection issues. 
• Support data mapping, data analytics issues, and vendor management reviews. 
• Design metrics and reporting on compliance with all relevant data protection and privacy laws, regulations, policies and procedures and report, where appropriate. 
• Maintain and keep up-to-date expert knowledge of data protection and privacy laws, regulations, pending legislation and practices.   
• Assist with general contracts drafting and negotiations, and additional cross-functional projects within Legal department objectives in preparation for the Games. 

Background & Requirements:

• U.S. Data Protection and/or privacy certifications highly preferred (CIPP/US), international certification a plus.  California Bar admission strongly preferred, or existing registered in-house counsel.  
• Minimum of 5+years professional experience related to the scope of this position.