Legal Director, Privacy

Ladders; New York (NY); On-site; USD 277,000 - 353,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Mental health services

401k plans

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Legal Director, Privacy to lead the organization’s global privacy program, partnering with legal, product, and operations to embed privacy into core processes and manage cross-border risk. Based in New York, this role shapes compliance with GDPR/CCPA, translates complex regulations for business stakeholders, and acts as the primary liaison with authorities.

A JD with NY bar and 12+ years of privacy experience are required.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and active bar membership (prefer NY).
• 12+ years of legal experience focused on privacy and data protection in tech or consumer sectors.
• Experience building global privacy programs and managing cross-border compliance (GDPR/CCPA).
• CIPP/US or CIPP/E certifications preferred.
• Strong leadership and ability to translate complex regulations for business teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and enhance the global privacy program to ensure international compliance.
• Partner with legal, product, operations, and business teams to embed privacy in processes.
• Develop a privacy risk management framework including DPIAs.
• Advise on evolving data protection regulations and program updates.
• Create training on data protection for employees.
• Act as main legal contact for data protection authorities and reporting.

Skills

Privacy & Data Protection

Regulatory Compliance

Leadership

Cross-functional Collaboration

Data Privacy Impact Assessments

Communication

Education

J.D. (ABA-accredited law school)

CIPP/US or CIPP/E certification

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Legal Director, Privacy to join the team of a leader in the Healthcare space.

This role will lead the organization’s global privacy program and help ensure personal data practices align with evolving international requirements. You will partner closely with legal, product, operations, and business teams to build privacy into core processes, manage risk, and strengthen compliance across the enterprise. The position also serves as a key advisor on data protection matters, translating complex regulations into practical guidance that supports the business and its stakeholders.

Location: New York, NY - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $277,000 – $352,900 annually

Responsibilities

• Lead and enhance the global privacy program, ensuring compliance with international regulations
• Collaborate with teams to integrate privacy measures into core processes for personal data management
• Develop and oversee a privacy risk management framework, including Data Protection Impact Assessments
• Serve as the global privacy expert, advising on evolving regulations and refining the privacy program accordingly
• Create and implement training programs on data protection responsibilities for employees
• Serve as the main legal contact for data protection authorities and report on the privacy program’s status

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and active membership in a state bar, preferably New York
• 12+ years of legal experience focused on privacy and data protection, including law firm and in-house experience
• Successful track record developing and managing global privacy compliance programs in technology or consumer product environments
• Strong grasp of global data protection laws such as GDPR and CCPA/CPRA, with the ability to translate legal guidance into practical action
• Privacy certifications such as CIPP/US or CIPP/E preferred, or equivalent experience
• Proven leadership in corporate functions, managing complex projects and influencing diverse stakeholders
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to communicate legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Generous paid time off for work-life balance
• Short-term and long-term disability support
• Access to mental health services for well-being
• 401k plans, tuition reimbursement, and student loan assistance
• Employee stock purchase plan for equity participation
• Fertility and adoption support, including up to 18 weeks of paid parental leave
• Discounts on child care and family care services
• Access to a digital fitness app and product discounts
• Commuter benefits including Citi Bike discounts
• Pet insurance and additional perks

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.