Counsel - U.S. Privacy and Cybersecurity

TD; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 140,000 - 231,000; Full time

Job summary

TD Bank in Washington, DC seeks a Counsel to provide legal advice to management and employees across corporate functions. You will manage litigation, negotiate contracts, and help with product roll-outs while advising on regulatory developments and privacy/cybersecurity issues.

The role requires a JD and bar admission, with strong collaboration across Privacy Office, Product Legal, Data and Regulatory teams. AI familiarity is a plus, and the position is based in the Washington DC area.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate has strong U.S. privacy and cybersecurity law experience.
• Experience advising cross-functional teams on legal risks and regulatory developments.
• Knowledge of AI concepts and technology is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to management and employees in Corporate Group functions and Business units.
• Manage litigation, negotiate contracts, and assist with product roll-outs.
• Advise on regulatory developments and privacy/Cybersecurity issues, including incident response.

Skills

Privacy & cybersecurity law

Cross-functional collaboration

Contract negotiation

Regulatory risk assessment

Incident response

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

State Bar admission

Tools

Legal research databases

Job description

Work Location:Washington, District of Columbia, United States of AmericaHours:40Pay Details:$140,000 - $231,000 USDTD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs.As a candidate, you are encouraged to ask compensation related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide you more specific details for this role.Line of Business:LegalJob Description:The Counsel provides legal advice and support to management and employees in Corporate Group functions and Business units. Functions as a legal resource focusing on one or more defined subject matters and/or specific businesses. Typical tasks include managing litigation, negotiating contracts, assisting the Business with product roll-outs, and advising the Business regarding regulatory developments. Responsible for anticipating and addressing potential legal risks. Relies on legal skills, experience and judgment to accomplish goals.Department Overview:We are seeking a candidate with a strong foundation in U.S. privacy and cybersecurity law and basic fluency in artificial intelligence (AI) concepts and technology. Experience in the financial sector is a plus. This role involves assessing and advising on laws, rules, regulations, and policies related to data management and security; infrastructure and software development; and the use of AI. In addition, the role will be involved in cybersecurity incident response.The ideal candidate has experience collaborating with and advising cross-functional teams (e.g., Privacy Office, Product Legal, Marketing, Data, Regulatory, and Platforms and Technology) and a strong understanding of AI-, privacy-, and cybersecurity-related risks. The candidate should also be able to provide legal support on incident response, privacy impact assessments, and agreements that include privacy provisions.Depth & Scope:Provides consistent and sound legal advice in a clear, concise and responsive manner by taking initiative to develop legal knowledge and skill; knowing relevant substantive law, identifying legal issues; knowing the business and its products, operations, strategy, risk appetite and regulatory environment; owning the role of interpreting legal requirements through a balanced understanding of the law and business context to formulate relevant legal theories; and identifying business issues and policies related to the legal requirements, describing legal issues and options to the clientIdentifies conflict situations and brings more senior lawyers into the decision-making process as appropriate by identifying situations when actions that the business unit wants to take conflicts with TD's risk appetite and discusses with client how particular actions might be inconsistentEffectively contributes to and/or leads negotiations and conflict resolutions by gathering supportive information in preparation for the negotiation, understanding the dynamics of the process and displaying an effective combination of firmness, tact, patience and respect in dealing with all parties involvedEducation & Experience:Bachelors degree requiredJD from accredited law school required5+ Years of related experienceAdmission to appropriate State Bar in good standing and licensed to practice law in the StateBasic understanding of banking/financial services operations and issuesAbility to simplify, problem solve, multitask and work effectively against deadlinesIntegrity and high moral standardsStrong negotiation and conflict resolution skillsStrong legal research and analysis skillsDetail orientedMust be able to apply legal knowledge to the businessAbility to exercise sound judgmentExcellent oral and written communication skillsStrong teamwork and client skillsHighly motivatedMay supervise administrative and paralegal staff and junior attorneysPreferred Experience:Knowledge of emerging AI capabilities, including machine learning (ML), large language models (LLMs), and related technologiesInterest and/or experience assessing and advising on AI legal and regulatory developments (e.g., the NIST AI Risk Management Framework and state AI and automated decision-making laws)Interest and/or experience advising on the legal aspects of incident responseKnowledge of privacy and data protection risks associated with AI systems and use casesIn-house experience at an AI, technology, fintech, or financial services companyExperience reviewing and negotiating privacy and cybersecurity provisionsExperience with GLBA, TCPA, CAN-SPAM, NYDFS Part 500, the Computer-Security Incident Notification Rule, and state privacy lawsExperience partnering with technical teams and providing practical, risk-based legal adviceStrong issue-spotting skills and the ability to assess and manage complex legal mattersExperience supporting compliance, audit, and other detail-oriented legal programsAbility to quickly analyze dynamic issues and propose practical solutionsIAPP CIPP/US and AIGP certifications are a plusPhysical Requirements:Never: 0%; Occasional: 1-33%; Frequent: 34-66%; Continuous: 67-100%Domestic Travel – OccasionalInternational Travel – OccasionalPerforming sedentary work – ContinuousPerforming multiple tasks – ContinuousOperating standard office equipment - ContinuousResponding quickly to sounds – OccasionalSitting – ContinuousStanding – OccasionalWalking – OccasionalMoving safely in confined spaces – OccasionalLifting/Carrying (under 25 lbs.) – OccasionalLifting/Carrying (over 25 lbs.) – NeverSquatting – OccasionalBending – OccasionalKneeling – NeverCrawling – NeverClimbing – NeverReaching overhead – NeverReaching forward – OccasionalPushing – NeverPulling – NeverTwisting – NeverConcentrating for long periods of time – ContinuousApplying common sense to deal with problems involving standardized situations – ContinuousReading, writing and comprehending instructions – ContinuousAdding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing – ContinuousThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The listed or specified responsibilities & duties are considered essential functions for ADA purposes.Who We Are:TD is one of the world's leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we strive to make every interaction, product, and experience remarkably human and refreshingly simple for over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to foster deeper relationships, ensure disciplined execution, and build a simpler, faster banking experience. TD is deeply committed to being a leader in client experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are client facing. Together, we are reimagining what banking can be for our clients, colleagues and communities.Our Total Rewards PackageOur Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes base salary and variable compensation/incentive awards (e.g., eligibility for cash and/or equity incentive awards, generally through participation in an incentive plan) and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off (including Vacation PTO, Flex PTO, and Holiday PTO), banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition. Learn moreAdditional Information:We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.Colleague DevelopmentIf you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities.If you’re passionate about helping clients and building deep, lasting relationships, TD offers diverse career paths where you can grow your expertise and make a meaningful impact.We're committed to your success and foster a respectful workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, everyone has fair opportunities to grow, and you can unlock your full potential to achieve your career goals. Here at TD, we hire and develop the best.Training & OnboardingWe will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.Interview ProcessWe’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.AccommodationTD Bank is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.If you are an applicant with a disability and need accommodations to complete the application process, please email TD Bank US Workplace Accommodations Program at [e-mail] . Include your full name, best way to reach you and the accommodation needed to assist you with the applicant process.