Legal Counsel - Privacy
VerisartSalary not specified
Full Time
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)
Senior Manager, Senior Counsel - Privacy and Data Protection at Capital One
McLean, Virginia, United States
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Services, Banking, TechnologyIndustries
Requirements
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
- Active member in good standing of at least one state bar
- At least 4 years of experience at a law firm, in-house legal department, or government agency
- Preferred: A background in privacy law, regulatory counseling, and/or advising technology or financial services companies
- Preferred: Demonstrated ability to provide guidance that balances big-picture strategy with practical, risk-based compliance solutions to ensure alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements
- Preferred: Demonstrated ability to communicate complex legal issues in simple, actionable terms to a variety of audiences
- Preferred: Strong knowledge of privacy laws, regulations, and principles in the United States and internationally, including comprehensive laws such as GDPR, PIPEDA, DPDPA, and other global privacy laws
- Preferred: Experience providing guidance to legal, business, risk, and compliance partners relating to privacy notices, records of processing activities, transfer risk assessments, data protection impact assessments, and data processing agreements
Responsibilities
- Providing expert legal advice on privacy and data protection issues, ensuring compliance with evolving global regulations and industry best practices
- Assisting business, compliance, risk, and legal partners in identifying privacy issues, summarizing risks, and translating complex legal concepts into practical, customer-focused solutions
- Supporting partners in building technical and organizational controls, advising on privacy operations and strategy, and participating in cross-functional working groups and strategic initiatives
- Collaborating with outside counsel, monitoring legal developments and industry trends, developing training and educational materials, and otherwise contributing to the legal privacy team’s knowledge and resources
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What are the basic qualifications for this Senior Counsel role?
Candidates must have a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school, be an active member in good standing of at least one state bar, and possess at least 4 years of experience at a law firm, in-house legal department, or government agency.
What preferred qualifications are there for this position?
Preferred candidates have a background in privacy law, regulatory counseling, and/or advising technology or financial services companies, along with demonstrated ability to provide guidance that balances big-picture strategy.
What is the team culture like for this privacy legal role?
You will join a collaborative and kind team of subject-matter experts working on interesting, rapidly evolving data protection challenges, in furtherance of Capital One’s mission to bring ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking.
Is this a remote position or does it require office work?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What salary or compensation does this role offer?
This information is not specified in the job description.
Capital One
Offers diverse financial products and services
About Capital One
Capital One provides a variety of financial services aimed at making banking accessible and easy for everyone. The company offers products such as credit cards, savings accounts, car loans, and business checking accounts, catering to both individual consumers and small businesses primarily in the United States. Capital One's approach includes user-friendly banking solutions with no fees or minimums for checking accounts, allowing customers to manage their finances more effectively. They generate revenue through interest on loans, credit card fees, and investment banking services. What sets Capital One apart from its competitors is its strong commitment to financial inclusion and literacy, demonstrated through community partnerships and educational initiatives, such as collaborations with Khan Academy. The company's goal is to create a more inclusive financial system and empower customers with the knowledge and tools they need to make informed financial decisions.
McLean, VirginiaHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$15.9MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees
Benefits
Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage
Onsite Health Centers
Prescription saving with network of local pharmacies
Stock Purchase Plan
Education Assistance
401(k)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life and Disability insurance
Generous paid time off + corporate & floating holidays
Registered dieticians on site, cooking classes and free virtual fitness classes
Employee Assistance Program
Risks
Increased competition in subscription management tools may dilute Capital One's advantage.
Over-reliance on partnerships could expose Capital One to technological risks.
Departure of key personnel like Joe Rodriguez may affect risk management continuity.
Differentiation
Capital One offers user-friendly banking with no fees or minimums for checking accounts.
The company partners with Khan Academy to provide financial literacy education.
Capital One is the first major U.S. bank to offer subscription management tools.
Upsides
Capital One's mobile app is a model for secure, user-friendly digital banking.
Data sharing with Worldpay enhances payment security and fraud prevention.
Partnerships with fintechs like Minna Technologies improve customer experience.
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