Senior Corporate Counsel 1 - Privacy & Data Compliance

Snowflake; Dublin (CA); On-site; USD 162,000 - 226,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the AI Data Cloud sector seeks an experienced Privacy Counsel to join their dynamic team. The role requires extensive expertise in negotiating data protection agreements and a deep understanding of global privacy laws. With a focus on collaboration and strategic thinking, the successful candidate will drive compliance processes while delivering impactful legal guidance in a rapidly evolving environment. The organization offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, ensuring employee well-being and growth.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• 7+ years of commercial legal experience, 3+ focused on privacy/security.
• Knowledge of global data protection laws (GDPR, HIPAA).
• Experience in SaaS environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate, and close privacy and data protection agreements.
• Collaborate with sales and partner teams on transactions.
• Develop guidance on data governance regulations.

Skills

Negotiation

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Project Management

Strategic Thinking

Education

J.D. or equivalent legal degree

Job description

Build the future of the AI Data Cloud. Join the Snowflake team.

We are seeking an experienced negotiator and pragmatic problem solver with a passion for, and experience in, privacy, security, and technology. The ideal candidate will have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be adept at navigating complex data protection issues strategically. This is an in-person role based in Atlanta (GA), Dublin (CA), or Bellevue (WA).

Responsibilities:

• Draft, negotiate, and close privacy and data protection agreements with enterprise customers, including those in highly regulated industries such as financial services and healthcare.
• Collaborate with global sales and partner teams on revenue-driving transactions.
• Support commercial attorneys on data protection issues during negotiations.
• Partner with the security team on security-related negotiation issues.
• Adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
• Stay informed about evolving data protection regulations.
• Develop and publish guidance on new data governance regulations and deliver related training.
• Provide legal and business guidance to senior leaders.
• Contribute to the improvement of templates, policies, and processes to streamline contracting.

Requirements:

• 7+ years of commercial legal experience, preferably in-house at a high-growth enterprise SaaS company, with 3+ years focused on privacy and/or security.
• Strong negotiation skills with large enterprise customers.
• Knowledge of global data protection laws, including GDPR and HIPAA.
• Understanding of financial services regulations such as GLBA and 23 NYCRR 500.
• Working knowledge of SaaS cybersecurity concepts and security certifications.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to think strategically and execute tactically.
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and oral.
• Experience scaling legal processes in a rapidly growing organization.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse teams at all organizational levels.
• Service-oriented with high integrity.

All Snowflake employees must adhere to confidentiality and security standards, ensuring customer data is protected and confidential.

Snowflake is growing rapidly. We seek individuals who share our values, challenge conventional thinking, and innovate to build a successful future for themselves and Snowflake.

Interested in making an impact? For U.S. applicants, visit our Careers site for salary and benefits details: careers.snowflake.com

Estimated compensation range:

• Base salary: $162,000 - $225,800
• Eligible for bonus and equity plans.

Starting salary will be based on skills, experience, and location. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), flexible spending accounts, holidays, paid time off, parental leave, employee assistance, and more.