Counsel, Privacy Compliance and Operations, Americas

Counsel, Privacy Compliance and Operations, Americas Apply locations: Denver, CO, USA; Costa Mesa HQ, CA; Greensboro, NC What will you do? A day in the life of a Privacy Compliance and Operations Counsel at VF looks a little like this: Serve as an ambassador for Privacy by Design throughout VF and its brands, conducting training sessions and guiding teams on a wide variety of 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 best align with rapidly changing legal requirements, best practices, policies, and VF's evolving business models. Advance multiple privacy program workstreams and projects simultaneously while managing deadlines and competing priorities. Identify requirements of applicable data protection laws and regulations and coordinate with privacy counsel in EMEA and APAC. Conduct privacy impact assessments, develop practical risk mitigation strategies, and communicate them to stakeholders. Develop privacy program training materials and proactively 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 in negotiating regional/national/global agreements. Develop and deliver internal policies and procedures pertaining to privacy practices. Address legal disputes relating to privacy and respond to regulatory investigations. 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 problem-solving. 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 e-commerce, payment mechanisms, retail POS, social media, mobile apps, and digital marketing. Strong end-user technology skills required. Demonstrated organizational, planning, and time management skills. Proficiency in clear, concise verbal and written communication. Solid analytical skills and sound professional judgment. Strong orientation towards teamwork and collaboration. A commitment to continuous self-improvement. 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 offer extensive development and growth opportunities, a competitive compensation package, and strong benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). Hiring Range:

$144,000.00 USD - $180,000.00 USD annually Incentive Potential:

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

#J-18808-Ljbffr