AAA - American Automobile Association
Corporate Counsel Technology
AAA - American Automobile Association, Costa Mesa, California, United States, 92626
Corporate Counsel TechnologyThe position is a junior level position that will negotiate all manner of technology agreements as a junior attorney to our senior technology transaction attorney. This role will constitute most of the counsel’s time (approximately 50%). Additionally, the position will serve as the alternate plan administrator for the organization’s Data Incident Response Program (30%) which is responsible for the organization’s data incident response plan, managing data incidents, presenting to senior management and leading tabletop exercises and other internal presentations. This position will also provide privacy and data security advice and counsel and allow someone the opportunity to grow their skill sets across multiple lines of privacy, data security, and technology transaction domains (20%).What You’ll DoReview, draft, and help internal stakeholders drive the completion of routine and complex technology agreements (e.g., hardware, software licenses, data licenses, and professional services), media content licenses, and data privacy deals in support of the Auto Club’s business operations.
Provide accurate, timely, and practical advice on matters pertaining to software licenses, software license audits, the use of open-source software, as well as internal policies and laws on data privacy.
Collaborate closely with legal and client teams across a broad spectrum of issues including procurement processes, negotiation strategy, intellectual property, privacy, cybersecurity, data use, content use, and data incident response.
Support data security projects and responsibilities including the development as an alternate plan administrator for the organization’s data incident response program.
Support the development and drafting of privacy notices and policies.
Assist any of three Senior counsel on the Team on any matter of privacy, data security, intellectual property, financial and technology transaction issues.
Support continuous improvement of Auto Club’s legal team by identifying and implementing new processes, contract templates, playbooks, and training materials, and collaborating with internal client teams to develop and implement a variety of company-wide processes and guidelines.
What You'll NeedA J.D. degree from an ABA-approved law school, and an active member in good standing of the California Bar (or eligible to practice as a California registered in-house counsel).
At least 3 years’ experience as a technology transactions attorney with significant experience in software and data licensing transactions, as well as data privacy agreements, with a working knowledge of privacy, data security and/or intellectual property issues.
Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills to express complex legal matters in clear, concise, business-friendly language with a solid record of effective cross-group collaboration.
A passion for all things technology, privacy, and data security including contracts, dealmaking, and helping clients drive deals and work with software vendors. A curious nature, and a desire to constantly improve processes and strategy with a positive, team-oriented, can-do attitude is desired.
The ability to recognize and weigh business and legal risks, think strategically and advance creative, sound practical solutions in the context of business goals and deadlines.
Clear writer and tactful communicator.
The ability to collaborate with the team and bring a positive can-do attitude to your work.
The ability to deliver practical advice that the client can act on.
An attention to detail.
A flexible mindset and ability to work with many internal and external clients.
Creative, sound judgment and the ability to both mentor under a senior attorney and work independently.
Strong contract negotiation skills with the ability to draft in plain English, with attention to detail and practical concise contract issue solutions.
Strong project management skills and the ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously.
High level of skill using software tools like Microsoft Office, Word, and Teams, and Adobe Acrobat.
Compensation and BenefitsThe starting pay range for this position is: $152,800.00 - $203,700.00. Additionally, for full-time positions, you will be eligible to participate in our incentive program based upon the achievement of organization, team, and personal performance.Remarkable benefits:• Health coverage for medical, dental, vision• 401(K) saving plan with company match AND Pension• Tuition assistance• PTO for community volunteer programs• Wellness program• Employee discountsAAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Automobile Club of Southern California will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
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Provide accurate, timely, and practical advice on matters pertaining to software licenses, software license audits, the use of open-source software, as well as internal policies and laws on data privacy.
Collaborate closely with legal and client teams across a broad spectrum of issues including procurement processes, negotiation strategy, intellectual property, privacy, cybersecurity, data use, content use, and data incident response.
Support data security projects and responsibilities including the development as an alternate plan administrator for the organization’s data incident response program.
Support the development and drafting of privacy notices and policies.
Assist any of three Senior counsel on the Team on any matter of privacy, data security, intellectual property, financial and technology transaction issues.
Support continuous improvement of Auto Club’s legal team by identifying and implementing new processes, contract templates, playbooks, and training materials, and collaborating with internal client teams to develop and implement a variety of company-wide processes and guidelines.
What You'll NeedA J.D. degree from an ABA-approved law school, and an active member in good standing of the California Bar (or eligible to practice as a California registered in-house counsel).
At least 3 years’ experience as a technology transactions attorney with significant experience in software and data licensing transactions, as well as data privacy agreements, with a working knowledge of privacy, data security and/or intellectual property issues.
Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills to express complex legal matters in clear, concise, business-friendly language with a solid record of effective cross-group collaboration.
A passion for all things technology, privacy, and data security including contracts, dealmaking, and helping clients drive deals and work with software vendors. A curious nature, and a desire to constantly improve processes and strategy with a positive, team-oriented, can-do attitude is desired.
The ability to recognize and weigh business and legal risks, think strategically and advance creative, sound practical solutions in the context of business goals and deadlines.
Clear writer and tactful communicator.
The ability to collaborate with the team and bring a positive can-do attitude to your work.
The ability to deliver practical advice that the client can act on.
An attention to detail.
A flexible mindset and ability to work with many internal and external clients.
Creative, sound judgment and the ability to both mentor under a senior attorney and work independently.
Strong contract negotiation skills with the ability to draft in plain English, with attention to detail and practical concise contract issue solutions.
Strong project management skills and the ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously.
High level of skill using software tools like Microsoft Office, Word, and Teams, and Adobe Acrobat.
Compensation and BenefitsThe starting pay range for this position is: $152,800.00 - $203,700.00. Additionally, for full-time positions, you will be eligible to participate in our incentive program based upon the achievement of organization, team, and personal performance.Remarkable benefits:• Health coverage for medical, dental, vision• 401(K) saving plan with company match AND Pension• Tuition assistance• PTO for community volunteer programs• Wellness program• Employee discountsAAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Automobile Club of Southern California will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
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