Associate General Counsel, Head of Privacy & Data Protection

S&P Global • New York, NY

2d • $177,036 - $309,783

About The Position

About the Role: Grade Level (for internal use): 14 About the Role: The Team: S&P Global's Corporate Legal team operates as a strategic business partner across our diverse portfolio of market-leading businesses, providing practical and digestible legal advice that enables innovation while managing risk in complex global markets. Our legal professionals work in a highly collaborative, matrixed environment where cross-functional partnership and business acumen are as valued as legal expertise . We pride ourselves on fostering a culture of excellence, integrity, and global mindset that supports the company's mission to provide essential intelligence for informed decision-making. This role carries significant visibility with senior leadership and offers the opportunity to shape the company’s approach to some of the most consequential legal and regulatory issues of our time. The Role : We are seeking a dynamic and principled leader to serve as Associate General Counsel, Head of Privacy & Data Protection . This individual will be a visible leader across S&P Global, providing advice on legal and compliance issues relating to global privacy, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and incident response, and data governance matters. Your work will span global privacy and data compliance programs, including GDPR, DORA, CCPA as amended by CPRA , the EU AI Act, and other applicable laws & regulations , as well as overseeing S&P Global ’s global privacy reporting obligations.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree from an accredited institution, with admission and good standing in at least one jurisdiction , and the ability to practice effectively in a complex, multinational regulatory environment.
• 15+ years of progressive legal experience counseling on global privacy and cybersecurity laws and regulations impacting the financial services , data, and technology industry ; experience advising on AI governance and emerging AI regulation strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated strong legal and business judgment and strategic thinking in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape with strong ability to prioritize and focus on critical initiatives; strives for operational excellence and holds teams accountable .
• Exceptional public speaking and written communication abilities, complete with strategic influencing acumen — must be clear and concise.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact with members of senior management, as well as adaptability and willingness to take on a wide variety of new tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Deep technical competence with the ability to understand and analyze the breadth of S&P Global’s products and services , including data-driven and AI-enabled offerings, comfortable engaging credibly with technical teams .
• Operate as a player-coach, able to get into the details and execute while supporting and building a collaborative team .
• Low ego with a high level of professionalism.
• Ability to work harmoniously with teams across regions and time zones .
• Growth mindset with intellectual curiosity and a proven ability to rapidly develop expertise in new and evolving areas of law, technology, and regulation.
• Aptitude to establish an inspiring team culture with a sense of belonging and purpose based on a common set of values and behaviors .
• Right to Work Requirements: This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Lead a comprehensive global privacy and data protection legal strategy across S&P Global, ensuring compliance with applicable privacy regulations
• Oversee global data privacy and protection program governance, including policy development, training initiatives, and compliance monitoring
• Lead legal response to complex privacy and data incidents, partnering with Information Security, senior leadership, and other stakeholders to manage regulatory, legal, and reputational risk.
• Act as the primary legal interface with Information Security leadership, advising on security governance, incident readiness, and regulatory expectations tied to cybersecurity and operational resilience.
• Advise on legal and regulatory issues arising from S&P Global’s development and deployment of artificial intelligence, including responsible AI governance, model risk, and emerging AI legislation.
• Guide and mentor a small global team of privacy attorneys and professionals, setting clear expectations, supporting development, and fostering a high ‑ performance, collaborative team culture.
• Translate complex legal and regulatory requirements into clear, actionable guidance for technical and business stakeholders.
• Partner with legal and business leaders to assess privacy , data protection, and AI risks in new products, services, and data processing activities, providing practical legal solutions
• Monitor and interpret emerging global privacy, data, cybersecurity, and AI regulations, translating legal developments into actionable guidance and proactive risk mitigation strategies
• Represent Legal as a thought leader on privacy , data protection, and AI contributing to internal education, cross ‑ functional initiatives, and external engagement where appropriate

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree