HubSpot · 1 day ago
Lead Counsel, Privacy
United States
Full-time
Remote
Lead/Staff
$192K/yr - $307K/yrHubSpot is looking for a business-oriented and accomplished privacy attorney to join their Legal & Compliance Team as a Lead Counsel. This role will provide strategic privacy advice and thought leadership on complex privacy, data, and AI issues while partnering with key stakeholders across the business.
AnalyticsCopywritingMarketingSaaSSocial Media
Responsibilities
Provide strategic counsel on global privacy and data regulations, advising on legal developments and their business impact
Proactively monitor emerging laws and market trends (horizon scanning) to help position HubSpot for future regulatory and technological shifts
Lead cross-functional compliance and governance efforts for emerging privacy, security, and AI regulations
Partner with regulators and external counsel on privacy and data matters, including responding to regulatory inquiries, managing customer escalations, and addressing complex legal requests
Actively work to align our privacy and data protection strategies with legal requirements and industry standards across key markets
Handle complex legal issues with a proven ability to provide practical, business-focused solutions that solve for our customers
Support HubSpot and our customers across the globe with deep subject matter expertise in key global privacy and cybersecurity regulations
Provide ad hoc support on various legal matters related to the privacy and cybersecurity practice on the HubSpot Legal & Compliance Team
Qualification
Required
Qualified to practice law in the US
Deep knowledge of global privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, and other key frameworks) and experience advising businesses on complex privacy matters, ideally at both a law firm and a fast-paced tech company, with demonstrated ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical business guidance
Experience working with regulatory authorities and handling sensitive regulatory matters
Enthusiastic about partnering with the business, able to make sound decisions and explain rationale clearly, and develop strong relationships based on trust with team members and cross-functional partners
Demonstrate ability to remain current on evolving global laws and anticipate regulatory trends
Business-oriented, solution-oriented, proactive, well-organized, and appreciate autonomy
Strong communication skills (especially via internal wiki, Slack and Zoom), excellent business judgment, and ability to assess legal risk while thinking strategically and providing practical advice
Preferred
Experience with AI governance and emerging AI regulations, or strong interest in developing expertise in this rapidly evolving area
Experience in HIPAA, GLBA, DORA and other industry-specific regulations as a plus
Benefits
Equity plan to receive restricted stock units (RSUs)
Overtime pay
Company
HubSpot
HubSpot develops cloud-based, inbound marketing software that allows businesses to transform the way that they market online.
Founded in 2006
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$100.5MKey Investors
Scale Venture PartnersMatrixGeneral Catalyst
2014-10-10IPO
2012-11-05Series E· $35M
2011-03-08Series D· $32M
Leadership Team
Yamini Rangan
Chief Executive Officer
Dharmesh Shah
Founder and CTO
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