Privacy and Regulatory Counsel – Silicon Valley, CA (Remote) (1005-SLS)

Solutus Legal Search•San Francisco, CA

22d•$195,000 - $240,000•Remote

About The Position

An established technology company providing cloud-based communications and related technology solutions to businesses and consumers is seeking a Privacy and Regulatory Counsel to join its legal team. This highly visible role covers regulatory, privacy, consumer protection, and emerging technology matters, including artificial intelligence. Reporting directly to the Chief Legal Officer, the attorney will advise business leaders and cross-functional teams on evolving requirements, risk management, innovation, and business growth. The role includes domestic and international privacy and regulatory work, complex commercial transactions, and broader corporate legal matters. The position can be performed remotely and is open to candidates residing in the Mountain or Pacific time zones. Employees outside the Bay Area are expected to travel to headquarters approximately four times per year. Bay Area employees are strongly encouraged to participate in group office lunches on Tuesdays. The anticipated base salary range is $195,000–$240,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and location. The company offers medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement benefits with an employer match; an employee stock purchase plan; paid time off; and other employee benefits. Eligible employees may also receive bonus compensation and/or restricted stock units.

Requirements

J.D. from an accredited law school.
Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar.
At least 5 years of legal experience, including both in-house and law firm experience.
Strong knowledge of U.S. and international privacy and data protection laws, including GDPR, CPRA, COPPA, and PIPEDA.
Experience advising on complex regulatory frameworks, including matters involving the FCC, FTC, and HIPAA.
Demonstrated experience developing or supporting privacy, regulatory compliance, and governance programs.
Commercial contracting experience, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating sophisticated agreements.
Ability to interpret complex and evolving legal requirements and provide clear, practical guidance to business stakeholders.
Excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation, and relationship-management skills.
Strong analytical capabilities and business judgment, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and competing priorities.

Nice To Haves

Experience evaluating legal issues involving artificial intelligence, data governance, cybersecurity, or other emerging technologies is highly desirable.
Experience advising businesses in regulated industries is strongly preferred.
Business-minded, collaborative approach; intellectual curiosity; comfort navigating evolving regulatory frameworks; interest in law, technology, and innovation; ability to build trusted relationships, work independently, and balance regulatory requirements with commercial objectives.

Responsibilities

Lead U.S. and international data privacy and consumer protection initiatives, including compliance with GDPR, CPRA, HIPAA, COPPA, PIPEDA, and other applicable laws.
Develop, implement, and maintain privacy policies, governance frameworks, and compliance programs.
Assess legal, regulatory, and operational risks involving artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, including data governance, confidentiality, intellectual property ownership, and evolving AI regulations.
Advise business and product teams on complex legal and regulatory matters, translating evolving requirements into practical, commercially oriented guidance.
Support compliance with European Union and member-state privacy, cybersecurity, and data protection requirements.
Provide legal analysis and guidance on regulatory matters involving agencies such as the FCC and FTC and other applicable authorities.
Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to identify and mitigate legal risks while enabling new products, services, and business initiatives.
Help advance the legal department’s use of AI and technology for legal drafting, contract review, regulatory analysis, and workflow efficiency.
Contribute to responsible AI policies and internal guidelines governing emerging technologies.
Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements and advise on general corporate and business matters as needed.
Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and advise the business on potential impacts.