Senior Counsel Data Privacy

Pye Legal Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm is seeking a talented attorney specializing in data privacy and compliance. The ideal candidate will possess a J.D. degree and have over 5 years of experience in legal matters related to data privacy, cybersecurity, and AI. Responsibilities include advising clients on regulatory compliance, assessing risks, and maintaining knowledge of evolving legal standards. Strong interpersonal skills and a proactive approach to legal risks are essential. This is a full-time position based in Houston, Texas.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school and current admission to a U.S. Bar.
• 5+ years of experience in data privacy and regulatory compliance.
• Privacy certification (e.g., CIPP/E) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of data privacy laws and standards.
• Advise clients on new regulations and compliance.
• Assess legal risks associated with data breaches.

Skills

Data privacy expertise

Cybersecurity knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Legal risk assessment

Client counseling

Interpersonal skills

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Job description

Pye Legal Group has been engaged by a Fortune 500 energy client committed to innovation, excellence, and ethical business practices, to recruit a talented attorney with expertise in Data Privacy and related areas of compliance including AI and Cybersecurity. The successful candidate must demonstrate diplomacy, tact, and sensitivity to cultural diversity working in a global landscape. The ability to provide business-focused and cost-efficient advice in a challenging operating and legal environment is crucial. The ideal candidate will have expertise with data privacy laws globally, network security concepts, technologies, data governance, and artificial intelligence.

Legal Compliance:

• Maintain current knowledge of applicable foreign, federal and state data privacy laws and industry standards. Support the maintenance of the data privacy program.
• Advise clients on the implementation of new regulations applicable to data privacy, data assessments, data governance, and IT programs.
• Provide guidance on legal and regulatory requirements related to privacy, cybersecurity, AI, and data protection.
• Interface with leadership, operational teams, IT, and other legal groups to translate legal requirements into operational controls, ensuring compliance with international, federal, and state laws.

Risk Assessment and Management:

• Assess potential legal risks and liabilities associated with data privacy incidents, data breaches, and privacy breaches.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop strategies for mitigating and managing legal risks.
• Provide legal counsel to IT Forensics during investigations and serve as legal contact for incident response efforts across international jurisdictions.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and excellent academic credentials. Current active admission to a U.S. Bar required.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience practicing law with a focus on data privacy, data protection, or similar regulatory compliance matters. Privacy, cybersecurity, or AI-related certification (e.g., CIPP/E, AIGP) preferred.
• Strong interest in technology and understanding of relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards pertaining to data protection on a global basis.
• Demonstrated experience advising clients in business, corporate, and transactional matters; proven client counseling skills, including advising clients of potential legal risks.
• Superb interpersonal skills with inherent sound business judgment and discretion.