Data Technology Counsel

Bottomline; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Bottomline, Portsmouth, NH, seeks a Data Technology Counsel to review and negotiate technology contracts, advise on privacy regulations, and help ensure regulatory compliance. The role emphasizes collaboration with Fraud & Compliance, Digital Banking, and finance teams, with some on-site presence at Portsmouth offices.

You will provide practical contractual guidance, monitor privacy laws like GDPR/CPRA, draft agreements with sophisticated entities, and help mitigate risk while supporting

Qualifications

• JD degree and bar admission required.
• 5+ years of experience with privacy, technology and data protection laws.
• Proven track record drafting, reviewing and negotiating tech contracts with sophisticated entities.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate license, SaaS, service and resale contracts with sophisticated corporate entities.
• Collaborate with Fraud & Compliance and Digital Banking teams to provide practical contractual guidance.
• Provide legal advice on privacy and data regulations, compliance and governance.
• Monitor changes in privacy and data regulation to provide proactive updates on impacts.
• Work with compliance, risk, finance and business teams on legal issues.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Project management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

State bar admission

5+ years in privacy/data protection law

Job description

Are you ready to transform the way businesses pay and get paid? Bottomline is a global leader in business payments and cash management, with over 35 years of experience and moving more than $16 trillion in payments annually. We're looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help drive impactful results for our customers. If you're dedicated to delighting customers and promoting growth and innovation - we want you on our team!

About Us:

Bottomline is at the forefront of digital transformation. We are a growing global market leader uniquely equipped to address the changing needs of how businesses pay and get paid. Our culture of working with and for each other enables us to delight our customers. We empower our teams to think like owners driving customer delight, helping them grow their business and win in their markets.

Position Summary:

This role is for a Data Technology Counsel that will be required to review and negotiate technology contracts between Bottomline and its customers in a fast-paced environment with the goal of internal stakeholder collaboration, risk mitigation, internal policy compliance, and corporate goals and objectives. They provide expert legal advice on a wide range of transactions, and topics and ensure compliance with regulatory standards and laws. They will navigate complex data technology and usage regulations and safeguard Bottomline’s interests in a constantly evolving technology landscape. This role will require minimum attendance at Bottomline’s Portsmouth offices in accordance with company policy.

Education and Experience:

• - Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• - Membership in good standing with a state bar association.
• - Minimum of 5 years of experience in, with a deep understanding of, federal and state privacy, technology and data protection laws, regulations, compliance, and applicable rules (e.g., GDPR, GBLA, CPRA/CCPA, HIPAA, etc.).
• - Proven track record in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements with sophisticated entities.
• - Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• - Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and deadlines.

Responsibilities:

• - Review, draft, and negotiate license, SaaS, service and resale contracts with sophisticated corporate entities.
• - Working closely with the Company’s Fraud & Compliance and Digital Banking business units, providing practical contractual guidance, escalating where necessary;
• - Offer legal advice on privacy and data regulations, compliance, and governance.
• - Monitor changes in privacy and data regulations to provide proactive updates on potential impacts.
• - Collaborate with compliance, risk, finance and business teams on legal issues.

EEOC Statement:

Bottomline is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, and we strive to delight our customers with a team of highly motivated and talented people that represent a diverse set of identities and backgrounds.

We welcome talent at all career stages and are dedicated to understanding and supporting additional needs. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive and open environment for everyone.