Director, Assistant General Counsel - Privacy

Lennar; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 166,000 - 207,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Adoption assistance up to $30,000

Paid parental leave

Vacation and paid holidays

Home purchase discounts

Job summary

Lennar is seeking a Director, Assistant General Counsel – Data Privacy to lead the company's data privacy program and advise senior leadership on complex transactional matters in a fast‑paced environment.

The role requires 8–12 years of experience, deep privacy law knowledge (CCPA/CPRA, GDPR), and a proven ability to develop and mentor a privacy team while negotiating large vendor and technology agreements. This is a full‑time on‑site opportunity in Irvine with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of legal experience with data privacy matters and negotiating complex commercial and technology transactions.
• Deep substantive knowledge of U.S. federal and state privacy laws (CCPA/CPRA) and familiarity with GDPR.
• Experience building or scaling a data privacy program and advising business stakeholders directly.
• Experience mentoring junior attorneys and managing outside counsel.

Responsibilities

• Lead Lennar's data privacy function, maintaining the privacy program and prioritizing legal pipeline to deliver timely, risk-balanced services.
• Provide practical privacy and commercial legal advice on data collection, sharing, retention, and cross-border transfers.
• Negotiate and draft data processing agreements, vendor/technology agreements, and data-sharing arrangements.
• Contribute to AI governance efforts and support privacy, compliance, and regulatory initiatives with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Oversee budget, outside counsel spend, and ensure adherence to approved frameworks.
• Develop privacy function standards, templates, incident-response and data-subject procedures, and negotiation guidance.
• Mentor attorneys supporting privacy matters and help scale the team.
• Collaborate with business leaders to identify and address legal risks while supporting growth.

Skills

Privacy law

Negotiation

Leadership

Commercial transactions

Data privacy program

Vendor management

AI governance

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Licensed to practice law in the U.S.

Privacy certification (CIPP/US, CIPM)

Job description

Job Description

Director, Assistant General Counsel – Data Privacy

We are Lennar

Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for their Homeowners, Communities, and Associates by building quality homes and providing exceptional customer service, giving back to the communities in which we work and live in, and fostering a culture of opportunity and growth for our Associates throughout their career. Lennar has been recognized as a Fortune 500® company and consistently ranked among the top homebuilders in the United States.

A Career that Empowers You to Build Your Future

The Director, Assistant General Counsel – Data Privacy, is a senior legal leader who provides strategic legal advice across Lennar’s technology and commercial contracting activities. This role serves as a trusted advisor to business leaders, partnering early in the lifecycle of strategic initiatives to shape transactions, manage risk, and drive business outcomes. The ideal candidate brings deep transactional expertise, strong leadership presence, and the ability to operate effectively at both the strategic and operational levels of a dynamic, fast‑paced organization.

Your Responsibilities On The Team

• Lead Lennar's data privacy function, with accountability for maintaining the privacy program, prioritizing the legal pipeline, and ensuring timely, high-quality, and risk-balanced delivery of legal services in support of business objectives.
• Provide sophisticated, practical, and business-forward privacy and commercial legal advice, including advice on data collection, use, sharing, retention, and cross-border transfers, translating legal requirements and risk considerations into clear, actionable guidance that enables informed decision-making and operational execution.
• Oversee, negotiate, and resolve complex agreements, disputes, and matters, including drafting and negotiating data processing agreements, vendor and technology agreements, data-sharing arrangements, and a broad range of other commercial agreements, including technology licensing and national supplier agreements, exercising sound judgment in managing legal risk, commercial considerations, and regulatory obligations.
• Contribute to Lennar's AI governance efforts and support broader privacy, compliance, and regulatory initiatives, partnering with senior legal leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to implement required controls, respond to privacy and AI regulatory developments, and address compliance-related issues.
• Manage matter-level financial responsibilities, including oversight of moderate outside counsel and settlement spend, budget tracking, and cost-conscious decision-making consistent with approved frameworks and escalation thresholds.
• Develop and implement the privacy function's foundational standards, processes, and playbooks, including privacy notices, data processing agreement templates, incident-response and data-subject-request procedures, and negotiation guidance for vendor and technology matters, ensuring consistent application of policies, adherence to enterprise legal frameworks, and effective documentation and records integrity.
• Mentor attorneys and legal professionals supporting privacy matters and help scale the team as the function grows, providing guidance on complex matters, reinforcing best practices, and supporting professional development and performance expectations.
• Serve as a key legal partner to business leaders, collaborating across functions to anticipate legal risks, support initiatives, and deliver timely, practical legal solutions aligned with organizational priorities and values.

Your Toolbox

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school; licensed to practice law in the U.S.
• 8-12 years of legal experience, with substantial experience advising on data privacy matters and negotiating complex commercial and technology transactions.
• Deep substantive knowledge of U.S. federal and state privacy laws (including CCPA/CPRA and comparable state regimes) and familiarity with GDPR and other international frameworks.
• Demonstrated experience building or helping build a data privacy program or support team, including drafting policies, standing up processes, and advising business stakeholders directly.
• Privacy certification (CIPP/US, CIPM, or equivalent) preferred.
• Experience advising executive leadership on complex legal, regulatory, and risk-management matters.
• Strong leadership presence, with experience managing outside counsel and, ideally, mentoring or supervising junior legal team members.
• Experience negotiating vendor, SaaS, and data processing agreements at volume, balancing speed against risk.
• Exceptional negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels, balancing legal risk with business growth.
• Prior experience in a senior in-house legal role or comparable law firm position.
• Familiarity with AI governance frameworks (e.g., NIST AI RMF, ISO 42001) and experience leveraging AI and other technology tools to enhance legal and commercial operations.

Physical & Office/Site Presence Requirements:

This is primarily a sedentary office position which requires the incumbent to have the ability to operate computer equipment, speak, hear, bend, stoop, reach, lift, and move and carry up to 25 lbs. Finger dexterity is necessary.

This description outlines the basic responsibilities and requirements for the position noted. This is not a comprehensive listing of all job duties of the Associates. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Lennar is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.

• This information is intended to be a general overview and may be modified by the company due to factors affecting the business.

General Overview of Compensation & Benefits:

We reasonably expect the base compensation offered for this position to range from an annual salary of $165,500.00 - $206,900, subject to adjustment based on business-related factors such as employee qualifications, geographic pay differentials (e.g., cost of labor/living, etc.), and operational considerations.

• This position may be eligible for bonuses.
• This position may be eligible for commissions.
• This position will be eligible for the described benefits listed in the above section in accordance with Company Policy.
• This information is intended to be a general overview and may be modified by the Company due to factors affecting the business.

Life at Lennar

At Lennar, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching environment for our Associates, offering a comprehensive array of benefits designed to enhance their well-being and professional growth. Our Associates have access to robust health insurance plans, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, ensuring their health needs are well taken care of. Our 401(k) Retirement Plan, complete with a $1 for $1 Company Match up to 5%, helps secure their financial future, while Paid Parental Leave and an Associate Assistance Plan provide essential support during life's critical moments. To further support our Associates, we provide an Education Assistance Program and up to $30,000 in Adoption Assistance, underscoring our commitment to their diverse needs and aspirations. From the moment of hire, they can enjoy up to three weeks of vacation annually, alongside generous Holiday, Sick Leave, and Personal Day policies. Additionally, we offer a New Hire Referral Bonus Program, significant Home Purchase Discounts, and unique opportunities such as Everyone's Included Day. At Lennar, we believe in investing in our Associates, empowering them to thrive both personally and professionally. Lennar Associates will have access to these benefits as outlined by Lennar's policies and applicable plan terms. Visit Lennartotalrewards.com to view our suite of benefits.

Join the fun and follow us on social media to see what's happening at our company, and don't forget to connect with us on Lennar: Overview | LinkedIn for the latest job opportunities.

Lennar is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.