Corporate Counsel

Floor & Decor•Atlanta, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Corporate Counsel for Floor & Decor, a leading specialty retailer and distributor of hard surface flooring and related accessories, will report to the Vice President, Senior Corporate Counsel in the Legal Department. This position will be responsible for managing the company’s data privacy program, advising internal teams (procurement, e-commerce, marketing, and IT) on legal requirements and best practices, and reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts with a focus on IT-related contracts. The Corporate Counsel will provide legal guidance on applicable privacy laws and regulations, including the CCPA, state privacy laws, and emerging privacy and AI regulations. The role will also review and negotiate various commercial contracts and provide overall support to Floor & Decor in achieving its business objectives. Floor & Decor, founded in 2000 in Atlanta, has quickly become one of the country’s leading flooring retailers, with dozens of stores nationwide. The company emphasizes an entrepreneurial spirit, and its success is attributed to the dedication and teamwork of its associates. Floor & Decor aims to continue its growth by seeking talented individuals with a strong work ethic and a passion for helping others.

Requirements

Bachelor’s and Law Degree’s
4+ years of relevant experience in privacy, corporate and/or retail law in a law firm or in-house legal department
Experience in reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts with a focus on technology contracts, including SaaS, cloud, software licensing, and data processing agreements
Experience in developing and managing privacy compliance programs, including incident response and data breach management; familiarity with security frameworks
Experience with data privacy laws, including the CCPA and state privacy laws
Experience with employment-related privacy laws, such as FCRA for background checks and BIPA for biometric data
Excellent organizational, communication, and client service skills
Strategic acumen and excellent problem-solving skills
Demonstrable ethics, professionalism, and integrity
Ability to work independently and anticipate and address follow-up needs and escalate issues as appropriate
Strong analytical and negotiating skills, including experience with complex commercial agreements
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to translate technical privacy and cybersecurity concepts for non-legal stakeholders
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
High level of professionalism and ethical standards
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with IT, E-Commerce, and business teams

Responsibilities

Provide practical, risk-based legal advice on data privacy and emerging technologies across corporate and customer-facing operations
Interpret and operationalize complex regulatory and contractual requirements, translating them into clear, actionable guidance for business and technical teams
Review and negotiate technology and data-related agreements, including SaaS, cloud services, software licensing, data processing agreements
Review and negotiate a range of commercial contracts supporting other business functions such as real estate and indirect procurement
Lead and manage the company’s privacy program, including maintaining compliance with CCPA, state privacy laws, and other applicable data protection regulations
Develop and maintain privacy policies, procedures, and training programs
Support omni-channel and marketing initiatives in reviewing disclosures, advertising content and promotions for compliance with applicable laws and regulations
Partner with IT, Information Security, Marketing, E-Commerce, and other business teams to ensure legal and compliance principles are integrated into new products, services, and business initiatives

Benefits

Bonus opportunities & career advancement opportunities at every level
Programs that help you reach your financial goals: 401k with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and Referral Bonus Program
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and other Insurance Plans (subject to eligibility criteria)
Work-life balance, including: Paid vacation and sick time for eligible associates
Paid holidays plus a personal holiday
Paid Volunteer Time Off that starts on Day 1

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