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Mastercard · 16 hours ago

Senior Counsel, Privacy, AI & Data Responsibility

Arlington, VA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$204K/yr - $325K/yr

Mastercard is a global leader in digital payments, dedicated to fostering a sustainable economy. The Senior Counsel – Privacy, AI & Data Responsibility will play a critical role in guiding Mastercard's legal strategy around privacy and AI, ensuring compliance with evolving regulations while supporting AI initiatives across the organization.

FinanceFinancial ServicesInformation TechnologyPayments

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Partner with the AI and Data Office to enable AI efforts, including big bets from a privacy and AI legal perspective

Work with business stakeholders to implement legal, technical, operational and administrative requirements for Mastercard's AI solutions and uses stemming from evolving AI regulations globally

Provide AI legal and privacy expertise to key initiatives furthering Mastercard AI Governance

Develop and review documentation on Mastercard's Responsible AI

Monitor regulatory guidance and enforcement on AI laws to assess evolving impact on Mastercard’s AI Compliance Program

Collaborate with Public Policy and Government Affairs on engagement efforts on evolving AI regulatory and policy initiatives

Qualification

AI legal frameworksGlobal data protection lawsArtificial Intelligence projectsAI technologiesLegal documentationAnalytical skillsInterpersonal skillsTime managementCommunication skillsCreativity

Required

Law degree required

Membership to a Bar (if permitted by law)

Solid expertise in AI legal frameworks and strong understanding of global data protection laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA)

Track record dealing with Artificial Intelligence projects, products or solutions

Good understanding of AI technologies, incl. Generative and Agentic AI

Ability to translate complex technical concepts into practical legal solutions

Ability to collaborate across functions and influence stakeholders

Exceptional interpersonal skills with proven experience in relationship building and partnering

Superior time management, planning, and organizational skills

Strong analytic capabilities, and written and oral communication skills

Creativity and 'can-do' attitude is a must

Preferred

Master of Laws degree

AI or privacy certifications

Benefits

Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)

Flexible spending account and health savings account

Paid leaves (including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave)

80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time

25 days of vacation time and 5 personal days, pro-rated based on date of hire

10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays

401k with a best-in-class company match

Deferred compensation for eligible roles

Fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities

Eligibility for tuition reimbursement

Company

Mastercard

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Mastercard is a financial network that processes payments between banks and cardholders.

Founded in 1966

Purchase, New York, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.mastercard.com

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