Privacy and Data Protection Counsel

Real REMAX Group • Newark, CA

3d • $160,404 - $170,000 • Remote

About The Position

Real REMAX Group is seeking a motivated Privacy and Data Protection Counsel to join their Legal team. This role involves working closely with product and engineering teams to provide legal guidance on privacy and data security throughout the product development lifecycle. The position is responsible for navigating the complex legal and regulatory environment of a fintech company with broad market impact. The team's work supports internal partners in building and refining technology initiatives with a focus on speed and quality execution. The position is fully remote.

Requirements

• Knowledge and application of consumer protection laws and regulations such as RESPA, UDAAP, CCPA, GDPR, TCPA, and GLBA.
• A willingness to dig-in and learn new technology is critical. This role requires digital fluency or – at a minimum – a willingness to learn.
• 7+ years experience in a product counsel role at a law firm or in-house legal department
• Experience in a law firm or in-house corporate environment working specifically on regulatory compliance.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office programs required (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Counsel Product, Marketing, and business teams throughout the product lifecycle on applicable legal and regulatory requirements and risks.
• Anticipate and identify legal and regulatory risks, and propose creative and effective solutions to mitigate these risks with a business-focused mindset.
• Draft and negotiate commercial agreements in support of the business and its initiatives.
• Create and enforce data privacy policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Oversee data governance, data mapping, and retention policies.
• Ensure vendors comply with the organization's data privacy and security requirements.
• Remain up-to-date on relevant industry and consumer protection laws and regulations.
• Partner with the Marketing and go-to-market teams to ensure compliance of all consumer-facing materials.
• Partner with the broader Legal & Compliance team in various other corporate and enterprise initiatives as such opportunities arise.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed