Legal Counsel - Technology and Data Privacy

KPMG Switzerland; Zürich; Vor Ort; CHF 80’000 - 100’000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading consulting firm in Zurich seeks a Legal Counsel specializing in technology and data privacy. The role involves ensuring compliance with legal requirements, conducting due diligence, and negotiating contracts. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in technology and hold relevant qualifications, with fluency in English and German. This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment and the opportunity for career growth.

Qualifikationen

• Background in tech contracting and SaaS preferred.
• Experience in legal or compliance matters is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Conduct due diligence and ensure compliance during tech onboarding.
• Perform Privacy Impact Assessments for data protection laws.
• Negotiate contracts with technology vendors.

Kenntnisse

Interest in technology and digital transformation

Fluency in English and German (C1/C2)

Strong communication and diplomatic skills

Analytical and critical thinker

Ausbildung

Higher education or certification in data privacy, law, cybersecurity

Jobbeschreibung

Legal Counsel - Technology and Data Privacy

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Legal Counsel - Technology and Data Privacy


Join our Technology Risk Governance Team to support legal, data privacy, and compliance matters related to technology contracting, onboarding, and innovation. You will also play a key role in shaping internal policies, contributing to the AI Risk Framework, and supporting firm-wide initiatives.

Location: Zurich
Start date: Upon agreement
Workload: 80 - 100%


Your contribution to KPMG

• Conduct due diligence during technology onboarding and ensure ongoing compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Perform Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) to ensure alignment with data protection laws and company policies.
• Provide legal guidance on technology-related risk management, including intellectual property and export controls.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements with technology vendors and partners to protect organizational interests.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and the KPMG Alliance Team to meet international standards and manage technology-focused collaborations.
• Develop and implement contracting guidelines that reflect emerging regulations and support the Firm's Technology Strategy.
• Contribute to the AI Risk Framework in line with the KPMG Global Trusted AI roadmap.
• Partner with the DPO and other key leaders to strengthen data privacy and information protection across technology solutions.
  

This is what makes you successful

• Strong interest in technology, innovation, and digital transformation
• Higher education or additional certification in data privacy, law, cybersecurity or related fields
• Commitment to continuous learning in digital risk and data protection regulations
• Proactive mindset with a drive for process improvement and tech-enabled solutions
• Analytical, critical thinker with an objective and independent approach
• Client-focused, precise, and adaptable in dynamic and complex environments
• Fluency in English and German (C1/C2), with strong communication and diplomatic skills
• Background in tech contracting and SaaS, with legal or compliance experience and interest in AI/ML regulations is a plus
  

Discover KPMG – Become part of our team

Our unwavering commitment to quality, integrity and compliance with relevant laws and regulations is fundamental to meeting our responsibilities to our people, clients and communities. By joining our team, you will be part of this attractive business environment and stimulating working atmosphere. You will have the possibility to expand your knowledge and so foster your career and personal development by performing the various demanding tasks. Surrounded by highly motivated professionals, which will guide you through the different complex areas, you will have the opportunity to realize your full potential.

With 300 different auditing and advisory service opportunities, our people can choose the career path that suits them best. Through our competencies in business transformation as well as ESG consulting, we support our clients in today's biggest challenges. We are a purpose-led and values driven company where your insight can create opportunities for you and contribute to a better future. Do work that matters, supported by a community that values difference and cares about you. Gain learning that'll last you a lifetime and be recognized for the impact you make. Find opportunity everywhere with KPMG.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Consulting

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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