Senior Counsel: Privacy, Data Security & AI

H&R Block; Missouri; On-site; USD 120,900 - 205,500; Full time

Job summary

H&R Block seeks an experienced attorney to provide legal advice on privacy, data security, and complex transactions for the company and its subsidiaries. You will advise on consumer disclosures, terms, identity verification, and related issues, while collaborating with senior leaders to align risk with strategic goals.

You will monitor evolving privacy laws, design compliant solutions, and oversee outside counsel as needed.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree plus license to practice law in one or more states. A current member of the Missouri Bar or ability to become a member within six months.
• At least five years of legal experience at a large law firm, corporate legal department, or similar.
• Detail‑oriented focus with analytical, problem‑solving, and negotiation skills.
• Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to persuade diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to build collaborative relationships delivering customer‑focused legal guidance that supports business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Research, analyze and provide legal advice to business units on complex legal and compliance matters related to Company’s operations, product and strategic initiatives, especially in privacy and data security and AI governance.
• Provide legal counsel on complex transactions including professional services agreements, licenses, and other strategic sourcing agreements.
• Assist with legal review and risk mitigation regarding client interactions, privacy notices, terms and conditions, identity verification, e-signatures, marketing, data use, and customer service.
• Collaborate with senior legal leadership to provide high level support on initiatives and monitor evolving laws impacting the business.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on privacy, data security, AI, marketing, and strategic sourcing transactions.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Negotiation skills

Oral & written communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Juris Doctorate degree

Missouri Bar admission (or eligible within six months)

Tools

AI powered tools

Job description

H&R Block seeks an experienced attorney to provide legal advice on privacy, data security, and complex transactions for the company and its subsidiaries. You will advise on consumer disclosures, terms, identity verification, and related issues, while collaborating with senior leaders to align risk with strategic goals.

You will monitor evolving privacy laws, design compliant solutions, and oversee outside counsel as needed.