Meta · 1 day ago
Lead Counsel - Data Protection
Menlo Park, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$170K/yr - $237K/yr
5+ years expMeta is looking for a Lead Counsel (Data Protection) to advise on data protection issues primarily related to human resources and security-related matters. The role involves supporting Meta’s global privacy program and engaging with privacy regulators while collaborating with various teams on privacy matters.
Computer Software
Responsibilities
Support Meta’s global privacy program, including by developing and improving privacy frameworks and processes to ensure we meet our obligations under global privacy laws
Support business teams in evaluating the impact of privacy laws, regulatory guidance, enforcement actions, and other obligations on new and existing HR and security processes and internal tools and features
Develop and maintain subject-matter expertise in relevant areas
Support members of the legal, policy, and business teams on privacy matters, including in areas related to data subject rights, recruitment, and use of AI in the workplace
Engage with privacy regulators in connection with new privacy features and initiatives
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree from an accredited institution
Active and in good standing bar license in at least one U.S. state or equivalent foreign bar license. Where the jurisdiction of licensure differs from the location in which the role is based, the ability to promptly obtain permission to practice law for Meta in that location
5+ years of legal experience as a practicing attorney, including at a law firm, in-house, or in government
Working knowledge of global privacy laws, regulations, privacy programs and industry guidelines
Effective communication, legal writing, and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated business judgment, client counseling, and strategic thinking skills
Experience working on multiple projects in a deadline-focused environment, delivering practical advice under pressure
Experience taking on projects involving different subject matters, and working with cross-functional organizations to drive alignment
Proven track record of delivering results with large-scale, cross-functional projects in a fast-paced environment
Experience making decisions in the face of ambiguity and evolving priorities
Preferred
Employment law or HR experience
Experience of working on privacy and data protection issues arising in the context of areas such as HR data practices, security, incident response, or privacy program implementation/management
Experience supporting a global team at an Internet services and technology company
Benefits
Bonus
Equity
Benefits
Company
Meta
Meta's mission is to build the future of human connection and the technology that makes it possible.
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