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    Associate General Counsel - Washington DC, United States - Verizon

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    When you join Verizon

    Verizon is one of the world's leading providers of technology and communications services, transforming the way we connect around the world. We're a human network that reaches across the globe and works behind the scenes. We anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together-lifting up our communities and striving to make an impact to move the world forward. If you're fueled by purpose, and powered by persistence, explore a career with us. Here, you'll discover the rigor it takes to make a difference and the fulfillment that comes with living the #NetworkLife. What you'll be doing... Verizon is seeking an experienced and talented attorney to join the Verizon Privacy Office. The group's primary practice area includes US and international privacy matters for all Verizon business units. In this role, the Associate General Counsel - Privacy will provide counseling on a broad range of privacy topics including product development and marketing, with a particular focus on digital marketing. This individual will counsel multiple internal client groups and support several Privacy Office initiatives with an emphasis on US privacy compliance. Responsibilities of the job include:
    • Counseling and providing strategic guidance to legal and business partners regarding US state and federal privacy laws, industry self-regulatory programs, Verizon's internal and external privacy policies, and best privacy practices
    • Conducting thorough privacy legal reviews for new and evolving products and services and providing ongoing privacy legal support throughout product/service lifecycle with particular focus on mobile applications and websites, network services and device technology.
    • Providing day-to-day privacy legal guidance and support for all aspects of digital marketing including contract drafting and negotiations with all partners in the advertising ecosystem
    • Counsel on opt-in and opt-out advertising and insights programs to ensure compliance with applicable privacy laws, program terms and best privacy practices
    • Managing the content of Verizon's consumer privacy policies to ensure consistency with business practices and compliance with applicable privacy laws
    • Partnering with AI & Data Governance Legal including privacy review of AI models
    • Evaluating privacy legislation for potential impact on the company and supporting policy SMEs in advocacy efforts to advance the company's interests
    • Developing and delivering privacy training to employees
    • Assessing privacy risks for supplier and strategic partner relationships
    • Assisting with preparation of executive-level and board presentations by the Chief Privacy Officer
    • Effectively partnering with key compliance stakeholders including Internal Audit, Chief Compliance Officer/Legal Compliance team, Enterprise Risk Management, Privacy PMO teams, HR, Learning & Development, and VCG and VBG Legal Compliance.
    What we're looking for... You'll need to have:
    • JD degree from a reputable law school with strong academic performance
    • Member in good standing of a bar of at least one state
    • 8+ years' experience as a practicing attorney
    • Minimum five years' experience either at a firm, in-house or regulatory agency focused on issues related to U.S. privacy or data protection including digital marketing
    • Knowledge of data privacy laws such as US state privacy laws (e.g., the California Consumer Privacy Act, as amended), federal privacy laws (e.g., the Video Privacy Protection Act, the Cable Act, the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act, and the CPNI rules), and best privacy practices
    • Understanding of and commitment to the principles of privacy and security by design
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively within the Verizon Legal organization, including with the Chief Legal Officer, and with business partners at all levels
    • Ability to explain complex legal concepts and requirements to non-legal professionals
    • Strong business acumen including broad knowledge and perspective on the business and the ability to identify future trends and their consequences accurately
    • Ability to analyze and devise solutions to legal issues under tight deadlines and with limited supervision
    • Team player with strong interpersonal and relationship management skills to navigate effectively in a matrixed organization, interact comfortably with personnel in various roles and levels across the organization, and enforce legal requirements without alienating clients
    Even better if you have one or more the following:
    • Knowledge of industry self-regulatory programs such as the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA), the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI), and the CTIA Best Practices and Guidelines for Location Based Services
    • Knowledge of mobile operating system and mobile app store privacy requirements
    Where you'll be working In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager. Scheduled Weekly Hours
    40 Equal Employment Opportunity We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer - and celebrate our employees' differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion page to learn more. #J-18808-Ljbffr


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