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VF Corporation

Counsel, Privacy Compliance and Operations, Americas

VF Corporation, Costa Mesa, California, United States, 92626


At VF, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness, and authenticity. As a purpose-led, performance-driven company, we are committed to inclusion, diversity, equity, and action. So, before we get to the job details, take a minute to learn a little more about us – our values and our culture - visit VF Careers or www.vfc.com.What will you do?

A day in the life of a Privacy Compliance and Operations Counsel at VF looks a little like this.As Counsel, Privacy Compliance and Operations, Americas, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with privacy laws and regulations for the Americas, alongside an accomplished and supportive team of colleagues, on behalf of some of the world’s most beloved and iconic brands. You will make a difference for millions of VF consumers and thousands of VF employees by ensuring that their personal information is responsibly governed and their data privacy rights are respected.The primary responsibility of this role is to provide in-house privacy expertise and hands-on support of the Privacy Program, throughout VF and its brands, for the Americas region. The mission of the Privacy Program is to ensure an enterprise-wide approach to consumer and employee privacy that reflects strong data ethics and a commitment to transparency and integrity. This role will work with a wide range of VF teams, including Information Security, Digital Technology, Strategy, Data Insights & Analytics, Ethics & Compliance, Risk Management, and Legal Department colleagues, as well as exciting brands like Vans, The North Face, Timberland, and Dickies to help shape VF's privacy initiatives and to accelerate its regional implementation.Key Responsibilities:

Serve as an ambassador for Privacy by Design throughout VF and its brands, conducting training sessions and guiding teams on projects involving the processing of consumer or employee personal information.Assist in developing and executing policies, workstreams, strategies and tactics for the Privacy Program to align with rapidly changing legal requirements, best practices, policies, and VF's evolving business models.Advance multiple privacy program workstreams and projects while managing deadlines and competing priorities.Identify requirements of applicable data protection laws and coordinate with privacy counsel in EMEA and APAC.Conduct privacy impact assessments and develop practical risk mitigation strategies.Develop privacy program training materials and implement steps to generate privacy awareness throughout the organization.Handle escalations of Data Subject Requests and ensure data registries are updated.Support other attorneys on the Commercial team to facilitate efficient negotiation of agreements to meet VF's data protection requirements.Develop and deliver internal policies and procedures pertaining to privacy practices.Address legal disputes relating to privacy and direct the efforts of outside counsel in litigation and mediation proceedings.Negotiate and advise on privacy and data security in vendor and merchant agreements.Continuously develop skills and knowledge of the compliance landscape.Champion a culture of high data ethics standards and proactive identification of issues.What do you need to succeed?

8+ years of relevant legal experience.Juris Doctor (“JD”) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.Admitted to practice law in at least one U.S. state bar/jurisdiction.8+ years of experience with 2+ years in privacy program management in a consumer-facing corporate environment preferred.Certified Information Privacy Professional - US (CIPP/US) designation preferred.Demonstrated knowledge of ecommerce, payment mechanisms, retail POS, and digital marketing is preferred.Strong end-user technology skills are required.Demonstrated organizational, planning and time management skills.Proficiency in using clear, concise and effective verbal and written communication skills.Solid analytical skills and sound professional judgment.Strong orientation towards teamwork and collaboration.A deep commitment to continuously develop skills and knowledge.Special Physical and/or Mental Requirements:

Travel by air and overnight, as required, up to 10% of the time.Lifting and/or bending, lifting 10lbs of weight.Ability to work in an open office environment.This role is hybrid, with the expectation of being in a VF office location at least three days per week.What do we offer you?

At VF, we know you expect as much from us as we do from you. We offer extensive development and growth opportunities, a competitive compensation package, and a strong benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).To learn more about VF’s benefits package, follow MyVFBenefits.com and click “Looking to Join VF”.Hiring Range:

$144,000.00 USD - $180,000.00 USD annuallyIncentive Potential:

This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential.At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees.

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