Legal Counsel - Privacy

MRI Software; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

MRI Software is seeking a bold privacy attorney to join our in-house team and help advance our privacy and AI governance programs. You will partner with global business teams to provide strategic guidance that balances innovation with compliance.

You will grow MRI's privacy program, navigate evolving data protection rules, and contribute to product development and commercial contracting. This role requires a J.D., active bar membership, and several years of relevant in-house experience.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership required.
• 3+ years in an in-house law department with at least 1 year focused on privacy law.
• Management experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Advise business partners on global, state, and federal privacy, cybersecurity, and AI laws.
• Evolve and scale MRI's established privacy programs for enterprise-wide compliance.
• Support privacy due diligence and security reviews with precision.
• Shape technology product development and commercial operations, including contracting when needed.
• Handle sensitive matters with discretion and sound judgment.

Skills

J.D.

In-house privacy

Bar admission

CIPP preferred

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

About The Role

This isn't your typical privacy counsel role. We're looking for a bold, creative privacy attorney who thrives at the cutting edge of law, business, technology, and data. Our attorneys tackle big, complex challenges — from consumer privacy to artificial intelligence governance — and you'll be right in the middle of the action. You won't be starting from scratch — we've built strong privacy and compliance programs, and we need someone who can take them to the next level.

About The Role

This isn't your typical privacy counsel role. We're looking for a bold, creative privacy attorney who thrives at the cutting edge of law, business, technology, and data. Our attorneys tackle big, complex challenges — from consumer privacy to artificial intelligence governance — and you'll be right in the middle of the action. You won't be starting from scratch — we've built strong privacy and compliance programs, and we need someone who can take them to the next level.

As a trusted go-to business partner, you'll deliver strategic legal guidance on privacy, emerging technologies, risk, compliance, and AI governance that directly shapes how we innovate. If you're someone who combines sharp legal instincts with strong business acumen and wants to leave a real mark on how a global company navigates the AI revolution, this is your opportunity.

What You'll Do

Be a go-to advisor for business partners navigating global, state, and federal privacy, cybersecurity, and emerging AI laws. Elevate and evolve our established privacy programs that power enterprise-wide compliance strategies. Support privacy and data security due diligence efforts with confidence and precision. Shape technology product development and commercial operations — including rolling up your sleeves on commercial contracting when needed. Handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion, sound judgment, and professionalism.

Take on new challenges as they arise — because in this role, no two days look the same.

What You Bring

• J.D. from an accredited law school is required, along with active bar membership in good standing (or regional equivalent).
• Candidates must have 3+ years of experience in an in-house law department, with at least 1 year focused on privacy law.
• Management experience is a plus but not required.
• Authorization to work in the applicable jurisdiction is required.
• CIPP certifications are preferred.

What Sets You Apart

You've built real expertise in data governance, technology product counseling, privacy, compliance strategy development, and commercial operations. You have solid working knowledge of global privacy frameworks and a knack for translating complex regulatory requirements into clear, actionable business guidance. That's what will make you a standout candidate here. You've helped optimize and scale existing programs to meet evolving business needs.

About Us

From the day we opened our doors, MRI Software has built flexible, game-changing real estate software that powers thriving communities and helps make the world a better place to live, work and play. Fulfilling that mission is only possible because of one thing: exceptional people. People like you!

Our people-first approach to PropTech is defining a new industry standard for client experiences that, quite frankly, can’t be duplicated. Experiences that deliver real value every day. And we know those experiences begin with our people.

We believe MRI is more than just a workplace; it’s a connected community of people who truly feel they belong. Whether we’re investing in employee resource groups or providing tailored resources for each person to reach their full potential, we’re passionate about creating a work environment that makes you excited to show up every single day.

At MRI, one of our core values is to strive to amaze. From the intelligent solutions we create to the culture we cultivate, that’s our goal every day. Because that’s what industry leaders do. Whether you’re joining as a new Pride member or rejoining us after a short time away, your talent is vital to us, our partners and our clients.

Amazing growth requires amazing employees. Are you up to the challenge?

We know confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting remarkable candidates, so please don’t hesitate to apply. We’d love to hear from you!

MRI is proud to be an inclusive employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity across all backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, military, veteran status and more.

We believe that Belonging is a direct result of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Those values are woven into the fabric of who we are and are foundational to our continued success. Come and see for yourself!