Anchorage Digital · 2 weeks ago
Member of Legal, Corporate & Commercial Counsel
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expAnchorage Digital is building the world’s most advanced digital asset platform for institutions to participate in crypto. The Member of Legal, Corporate & Commercial Counsel will provide legal counsel on data privacy and security requirements, advise on compliance with various regulations, and develop comprehensive data privacy programs.
BlockchainCryptocurrencyFinancial ServicesFinTechSoftware
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary legal expert on data privacy and security issues, including advising on compliance with CCPA/CPRA, GDPR, PDPA, PIPEDA, global transfer mechanisms, and emerging privacy regulations (e.g., in Brazil, China, etc.)
Design, implement, and maintain a comprehensive, company-wide data privacy and governance program, including policies, procedures, and internal controls
Advise product, engineering, and marketing teams on privacy-by-design and privacy-by-default principles for new products, features, and services. Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs)
Draft, review, and negotiate privacy-related terms in contracts, including Data Processing Agreements (DPAs), Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), vendor agreements, and business associate agreements
Oversee the legal requirements for managing individual rights requests (e.g., right to know, right to delete, right to opt-out)
Work closely with the Information Security, Compliance, Risk Management, HR, and Marketing teams to embed privacy considerations into all aspects of the business
Develop and deliver mandatory privacy and security training and awareness programs to employees across the organization
Proactively monitor changes in privacy laws, regulations, and industry best practices globally and advise the company on necessary adjustments
Lead the legal response to data security incidents and breaches, including managing external counsel, conducting internal investigations, assessing legal obligations, and managing regulatory and consumer notifications
Drive work independently while leading large projects and processes
Function as a prolific individual contributor within the corporate, privacy and commercial space
Build a close relationship with the sales, product, engineering, operations, and other teams to collaborate closely in developing new products, improving existing businesses, identify and resolve legal issues, structure complex agreements, and improve efficiency
Qualification
Required
J.D. degree with experience with corporate and commercial privacy expertise
Privacy certification such as Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US, CIPP/E, CIPP/A, CIPM, or CIPT)
4+ years of experience practicing law, with at least 3+ years focused specifically on data privacy and security
Deep knowledge and practical experience with major privacy frameworks (e.g., GDPR, CCPA/CPRA)
Excellent communication, drafting, negotiation, and presentation skills
Demonstrated experience working closely with the business and other cross functional teams to build new products, solve complex issues, and strategize growth
Enthusiasm for crypto and a foundational understanding of the crypto industry and applicable laws/regulations both in the US and internationally
Demonstrated experience with close attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects
The ability to execute with moderate supervision and balance commercial and legal realities
Previous in-house legal experience at a technology company, multinational corporation, or highly regulated industry
Familiarity with cloud computing, data analytics, ad-tech, biometrics, and other modern technologies that raise novel privacy issues
Preferred
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Company
Anchorage Digital
Anchorage Digital is a regulated crypto platform that provides institutions with integrated financial services and infrastructure solutions.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$487MKey Investors
Kohlberg Kravis RobertsGICBlockchain Capital
2021-12-15Series D· $350M
2021-02-25Series C· $80M
2019-07-10Series B· $40M
Leadership Team
Nathan McCauley
Co-Founder and CEO
Diogo Mónica
Co-Founder and Executive Chairman
Recent News
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