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University of California Office of the President · 1 day ago

SENIOR COUNSEL, DATA PROTECTION AND PROCUREMENT

Oakland, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$185K/yr - $210K/yr

5+ years exp

The University of California Office of the President is a leading institution dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and public service. The Senior Counsel will provide legal support on cybersecurity, technology, procurement, privacy, and data protection matters throughout the UC system, advising various stakeholders and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

EducationHigher EducationProfessional Services

Responsibilities

Advises on a broad range of contracts relating to procurement, including health procurement; cybersecurity; technology; privacy; and data protection

Advises on data security and privacy incidents

Advises on deployment and use of innovative technology throughout the University and by vendors

Advises University leaders with respect to the legal implications of establishing or changing policy

Understands the diverse needs and interests of various stakeholder groups; creates and fosters an environment to ensure collegiality and information sharing

Serves as a trusted strategic partner with University business units, providing practical advice

Interprets complex facts and the law in areas of high ambiguity. Contributes towards the success of initiatives by providing practical legal services and deliverables in a timely manner

Works with colleagues at the Office of the President or campus / medical center locations to develop and modify practices and procedures to conform with changing legal requirements. Keeps informed of changing legislation and case law developments affecting overall operations of the University as they relate to the area of responsibility

Directly negotiates matters on behalf of The Regents. May act as a liaison with outside counsel

Independently and with minimal or no supervision advises clients across UC campuses, UC Health and the medical centers on critical issues including, but not limited to, procurement for UC Health, cybersecurity and privacy incident response and prevention

Works effectively to contain expenditures on legal services delivered by or through outside counsel

Anticipates and proactively addresses challenges arising from the diverse roles and responsibilities of different stakeholders

Handles all work flexibly, able to effectively juggle competing priorities and demands in an extremely busy practice

Qualification

Data protection lawsContract negotiationCybersecurity expertiseResearch skillsInterpersonal communicationProject managementEthical standardsStrategic thinkingCollaborationConfidentiality

Required

Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a law firm, academic healthcare setting, or in-house for an academic institution, corporation, or other entity required

Understanding of applicable privacy, security and other laws, industry practices, and enforcement trends and strategies to manage the related risks

Experience in contract negotiation, particularly with respect to terms relating to cybersecurity, privacy, artificial intelligence, and/or procurement

Proven abilities in collaboration, facilitation, and strategic and creative thinking

Trusted partner with senior management and a diverse spectrum of clients

Thorough understanding of complex legal issues within areas of the role and ability to foresee implications in a University setting, even when ambiguous or hidden

Strong interpersonal communication skills, including proven ability to actively listen, negotiate, persuade, and educate and ability to discuss legal concepts with IT professionals and technical concepts with those without an IT background

Skills to gain trust and build credibility with a broad group of colleagues and clients, to include senior leaders

Strong written communication skills and ability to create and deliver effective materials and/or presentations appropriate to a particular legal audience

In-depth research skills to draft accurate and complete legal documents

Proven decision-making ability, even when unpopular, earning credibility and support from colleagues

Relied on to represent institutional concerns persuasively to internal and external parties

Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion and tact when handling sensitive or potentially sensitive issues

Demonstrated commitment to the highest ethical standards

Advanced degree in related area required

Must be in good standing in the California State Bar or admitted within one year of employment. CURRENT ADMISSION IS STRONGLY PREFERRED. California's Registered In-House Counsel program is NOT available to University of California attorneys

Preferred

Experience in advising on competitive bidding

Experience dealing with significant data breaches including investigation, remediation and notification

Experience with cybersecurity risk assessments and preparedness exercises

Ability to research legislation and readily identify critical changes

Skills in project management and facilitating policy review and changes

Company

University of California Office of the President

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The Office of the President is the system wide headquarters of the University of California, managing its fiscal and business operations, and supporting the academic and research missions across its campuses, labs and medical centers.

Oakland, California, USA

1001-5000 employees