Mastercard · 13 hours ago
Senior Counsel, Privacy, AI & Data Responsibility
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$177K/yr - $283K/yrMastercard is a leading technology company in the payment industry, committed to balancing innovation with legal compliance. The Senior Counsel, Privacy, AI & Data Responsibility will lead the development of privacy and data protection strategies, ensuring compliance with relevant laws while supporting the Identity business teams.
FinanceFinancial ServicesInformation TechnologyPayments
Responsibilities
Analyze Identity solutions in light of privacy and data protection law requirements with the aim of identifying the relevant process and infrastructure requirements to ensure compliance with applicable privacy and data protection laws globally
Develop contract structures that address privacy and data protection requirements and lead the review and negotiation of applicable privacy and data protection language in agreements with affiliates, vendors, and customers
Monitor regulatory and legislative developments pertaining to fraud and financial crime, support the engagement with key policy makers and other stakeholders and provide useful advice to business teams on the potential impact of these laws
Provide day-to-day support to Identity business teams, drive alignment globally and respond to all privacy questions that arise
Perform privacy and data protection impact assessments in line with Mastercard’s privacy and data protection policies and processes
Increase awareness among business clients, global privacy and legal teams regarding privacy and data protection pertaining to Mastercard Identity Solutions through training and other initiatives
Qualification
Required
Law degree required
Membership to a Bar (if permitted by law)
Expert knowledge of the GDPR and global data protection legal frameworks (e.g. CPRA)
Solid experience in and track record dealing with privacy and data protection law in multi-jurisdictional settings
Experience in drafting and negotiating complex data processing terms
Familiarity with financial services industry, fraud prevention and payment processing
Superior time management, planning, and organizational skills
Excellent analytic capabilities and written and oral communication skills. Attention to detail is a must
Exceptional interpersonal skills with proven experience in relationship building and partnering at various (organizational) levels internally and externally. Must work well in both team and individual settings
Ability to motivate and influence highly skilled professionals to achieve major organizational goals
Preferred
Any additional qualifications (e.g. Master of Laws degree, IAPP Certifications) considered an asset
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
56 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time
Jury duty leave
On-site fitness facilities in some locations
Company
Mastercard
Mastercard is a financial network that processes payments between banks and cardholders.
Founded in 1966
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2006-05-25IPO
Leadership Team
Michael Miebach
Chief Executive Officer
Ed McLaughlin
President & Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
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