Senior Privacy and Data Governance Counsel

Lenovo; Morrisville (NC); Remote; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a legal expert specializing in international data transfer and privacy law. The ideal candidate will provide expert legal advice, draft agreements, and develop a global framework for data compliance. With a focus on strategic thinking and collaboration across teams, this role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for bonuses.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of legal experience with a focus on data protection.
• Experience in multinational or regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on international data transfer mechanisms.
• Draft and negotiate cross-border transfer agreements.
• Monitor and interpret global privacy laws.

Skills

Data Protection

Privacy Law

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent

Job description

* United States of America - North Carolina - Morrisville

Why Work at Lenovo

We are Lenovo. We do what we say. We own what we do. We WOW our customers.

Lenovo is a US$57 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #248 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world’s largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo’s continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY).

This transformation together with Lenovo’s world-changing innovation is building a more inclusive, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. To find out more visit www.lenovo.com , and read about the latest news via our StoryHub .

Description and Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on international data transfer mechanisms, including Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), data transfer impact assessments (TIAs), adequacy decisions, and related risk mitigation strategies.
• Draft, review, and negotiate cross-border transfer agreements with vendors, affiliates, and partners, and work with IT and product teams to establish mechanisms to comply.
• Monitor and interpret evolving global privacy laws and regulatory guidance affecting cross-border data transfers.
• Lead the development and implementation of a scalable global framework for international data flows.
• Partner with IT and security teams to document and oversee technical and organizational measures supporting secure data transfers.
• Assist in regulatory inquiries and audits related to international data flows.
• Contribute to internal policies, training, and awareness programs regarding cross-border data compliance.
• Draft and update guidelines to respond customers’ questions around data privacy compliance at large, data storage and cross-border transfers in particular.
• Engage with key stakeholders to establish and operationalize data lifecycle management frameworks

Required Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD), LLB, or equivalent legal degree.
• 12+ years of legal experience with a strong emphasis on data protection and privacy law in a multinational or regulated environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Deep understanding of international privacy frameworks including GDPR, LGPD, and U.S. state-level laws and regulations in an evolving legal and political environment.
• Practical experience advising on SCCs, BCRs, TIAs, and cloud/data localization issues.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills, particularly for privacy and data protection terms.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams and geographies.
• Demonstrated strength in strategic thinking for developing international data governance frameworks and implementing IT system deployments.
• IAPP certifications (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPM) preferred.

The base salary budgeted range for this position is $160k-200K. Individuals may also be considered for bonus and/or commission.

In compliance with Colorado's EPEWA, the expected application deadline for this position is August 2, 2025. This applies to both external and internal candidates.

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Additional Locations: * United States of America - North Carolina - Morrisville

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