Privacy & Commercial Counsel - Global SaaS Leader - London, United Kingdom - Lawrence Harvey

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    Lawrence Harvey is partnered with a Global leader in Critical Event Management & Enterprise Safety Applications to recruit a Privacy & Commercial Attorney.

    This is a unique opportunity to join a Global Technology company with a true mission-driven environment as they are scaling their legal function to lead on privacy and commercial areas.

    We are searching for an attorney with a strong knowledge of SaaS Products, privacy regulations, and procurement program management to navigate complex legal and compliance challenges.

    Responsibilities:

    · Privacy Program Management:

    o Develop and implement comprehensive privacy programs, policies, and procedures in alignment with global privacy regulations, including CPRA and GDPR.

    o Provide guidance on data protection, data processing, and compliance with privacy regulations for SaaS products.

    · Data Privacy Compliance:

    o Monitor and assess the company's compliance with global data privacy regulations, ensuring data protection practices are consistently followed.

    o Conduct privacy impact assessments and risk assessments related to data processing activities.

    · Procurement Program Management:

    o Lead procurement program management efforts, including the negotiation, drafting, and review of procurement agreements and contracts.

    o Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline procurement processes and ensure efficiency.

    · Vendor Management:

    o Evaluate and manage vendor relationships, ensuring vendors comply with privacy and security requirements.

    o Review and negotiate vendor agreements, including data protection clauses.

    · Training and Education:

    o Provide privacy training and education to internal teams, ensuring awareness of data privacy best practices.

    o Stay updated on evolving privacy regulations and educate the organization accordingly.

    · Legal Advisory:

    o Offer legal counsel and guidance on privacy matters, procurement issues, and contract negotiations.

    o Assist in managing legal disputes related to procurement agreements.

    What You'll Bring:

  • Juris Doctor ( degree from an accredited law school and active membership in the state bar.
  • 7+ years of legal experience, with a strong focus on privacy law, SaaS products, and procurement program management.
  • Deep knowledge of privacy regulations, including CPRA and GDPR, and their impact on SaaS products and data processing.
  • A proven track record of negotiating and managing procurement agreements.
  • Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written and oral communication abilities
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic legal environment.