Senior Data Privacy Counsel

TTI (Techtronic Industries) is a fast-paced, high energy organization that rewards out-of-the-box thinking to foster innovation allowing us to be the best in our industry.TTI is a world-class leader in design, manufacturing, and marketing of power tools and accessories, outdoor product equipment, and floor care products. Our consumers range from professional and industrial users in the home improvement, repair, and construction industries to homeowners & DIY enthusiasts. Our unrelenting strategic focus on powerful brands, innovative products, operational excellence, and exceptional people drives our culture.About The Role:The Senior Data Privacy Counsel will lead the Company’s U.S. data privacy program and strategy for TTI’s U.S. operations while supporting TTI’s Global Data Privacy Program. The role is responsible for ensuring TTI’s U.S. operations’ federal and state data privacy compliance in a complex business environment while supporting TTI’s strategic business and growth objectives.This role reports to the

Chief Counsel – Global Compliance

located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida with a dotted line to the Global Data Privacy Officer & VP Legal Affairs EMEA in Maidenhead, UK.Duties and Responsibilities:Daily legal support to TTI’s operations across the Americas region (including USA, Canada, Mexico, Central and South America).Monitoring the developing legal landscape governing data, privacy, and other related compliance topics.Developing and implementing strategy and best practices to achieve the businesses’ goals while complying with all applicable laws and regulations including US state level privacy laws, Canadian privacy laws, and Mexican privacy laws.Monitoring data privacy compliance for different departments and projects including handling of data transfers between holding entities and transfers across borders.Reviewing, drafting, and advising on data privacy related documents, notices, policies, and processes as well as negotiating data privacy and security provisions in contracts with suppliers, partners, and enterprise customers.Reviewing and advising on Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) and supporting individual rights requests.Serving as a key data privacy advisor on data privacy compliance-related risks, governance frameworks, and strategic compliance initiatives to TTI’s executive leadership.Managing data privacy compliance training programs.Developing program for and managing incident/breach responses.Responding to inquiries from privacy and security regulators.Managing the overall enhancement and scaling of the existing privacy program, including privacy operations, documentation, and policy enforcement.Employment Requirements:Education and Experience RequiredComprehensive understanding of U.S. and non-U.S. data privacy regulations with 5+ years of legal experience at a law firm or as in-house counsel.Direct experience providing pragmatic, operational, and actionable advice to clients on various legal risks and obligations under privacy and data security laws in the U.S.Experience advising/creating policies and procedures related to cybersecurity requirements, data use, governance, and retention.JD from ABA accredited law school.Admitted to the bar and in good standing in at least one U.S. State with ability to become authorized house counsel where required.Preferred certification with IAPP such as CIPP/US or CIPM.Experience in interacting with federal and state regulators.Strong knowledge and experience regarding data privacy related technology/tools (e.g., OneTrust) including managing technology efforts and implementations.Ability to work with IT professionals and knowledge of basic IT terms and concepts.Competencies and SkillsProven leader with executive level presence, communication, and organizational skills to effectively influence Company leadership and ensure compliance with relevant data privacy regulations.Ability to lead or manage complex company-wide programs involving multiple business and technology groups.Business and technology strategic problem solver who drives privacy innovation and modernization.Collaborates through proactive dialogue with senior management and regulators.High-energy, positive, results driven leader who balances pace over perfection with a risk-based lens.Experience with Artificial Intelligence and data management governance including work in collaboration with legal to manage record retention program.Experience managing outside counsel to meet business needs within budget.Compensation and Benefits:Salary Exempt Position$175,000 - $225,000Performance Bonus EligibleCompany Phone and Laptop ProvidedMedical, Vision, and Dental Benefits Available401K (Company Matches 50% up to 8% of Salary)Eligible for up to 10 Paid Holidays (Based on hire date)Accrue up to 15 Days of PTO – 1st Year – Based on hire dateCandidate must live in or relocate to the Fort Lauderdale, FL, Milwaukee, WI, or Anderson, SC area. Position also requires the ability to travel both domestically and internationally as needed.TTI is an equal opportunities employer, we encourage people with a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

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