Explore Privacy Counsel Jobs

Discover Privacy Counsel opportunities with organizations seeking experienced legal professionals to guide data privacy, information governance, and regulatory compliance. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including in-house counsel and senior legal roles across industries.

What Does a Privacy Counsel Do?

Privacy Counsel advises businesses on how to collect, use, store, share, and protect personal information. Responsibilities may include interpreting privacy laws, reviewing products and business practices, drafting policies and contracts, advising on data incidents, and partnering with security, product, marketing, and compliance teams.

Common Privacy Counsel Responsibilities

  • Assess privacy risks in products, services, and business initiatives.
  • Advise on applicable privacy and data protection requirements.
  • Develop and maintain privacy policies, notices, and internal guidance.
  • Review vendor agreements, data processing terms, and marketing practices.
  • Support privacy impact assessments, audits, and incident response.
  • Train employees and help build a culture of responsible data use.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a law degree, active bar membership, and experience with privacy, technology, commercial transactions, or regulatory compliance. Valuable strengths include clear legal writing, sound judgment, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to translate complex requirements into practical business guidance. Familiarity with privacy frameworks and laws relevant to an employer’s markets may also be important.

Find a Privacy Counsel Role on Ladders

Browse Privacy Counsel openings and compare opportunities by seniority, industry, and location. Ladders focuses on vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced legal professionals find their next career move.

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$240K - $280K *

Join a dynamic team to lead enterprise contract negotiations, pricing strategies, and partnerships for an innovative AI platform. Drive commercial success while overseeing legal operations globally, e...

Washington, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$206K - $283K *

Unlock potential by providing expert guidance in network security transformation, collaborating with sales teams to architect solutions that enhance customer security postures and drive successful out...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$106K - $284K *

Lead the charge in innovating enterprise data protection strategies. Collaborate across teams to design scalable privacy solutions, ensuring compliance and protecting sensitive information while drivi...

California, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading high-profile client engagements, driving strategic growth, and mentoring teams. Leverage your expertise in risk management and insurance to deliver tailored solutions an...

Cleveland, OHRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Build strategic risk management plans for high-profile clients, leading executive interactions and driving growth across multi-line programs. Collaborate with teams to enhance client value while mento...

Columbus, OHRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to lead high-profile client engagements, develop strategic risk management plans, and drive growth across multi-line insurance programs while mentoring future leaders in the indust...

South Bend, INRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in providing strategic risk management solutions for high-profile clients. Oversee complex multi-line programs, drive growth initiatives, and mentor internal teams while maintaining in...

Cincinnati, OHRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Champion strategic growth by leading high-profile client engagements, developing risk management plans, and driving profitability across multi-line insurance programs while mentoring internal teams an...

Fort Wayne, INRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in providing strategic risk management solutions for high-profile clients. Drive growth and profitability while mentoring teams and influencing market trends through expert knowledge a...

Solon, OHRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading clients through the CMMC 2.0 compliance journey. As a key advisor, you'll translate complex regulations into actionable strategies, ensuring audit readiness and security...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive compliance and contract administration for federal government contracts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to regulations, manage audits, and maintain records. Shape pr...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in providing high-level administrative support to senior leaders, managing complex schedules, facilitating strategic initiatives, and ensuring effective communication across department...

Anchorage, AKRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex federal digital services programs, ensuring strategic direction, operational excellence, and strong customer relationships across multidisciplinary teams while ma...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of secure software development by integrating security practices into engineering workflows, building automation tools, and conducting penetration tests to identify vulnerabilities an...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that’s dedicated to providing exceptional legal counsel in Product and General Liability. Bring your extensive experience and strategic thinking to make a significant impact in a fully rem...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by joining a growing legal team focused on public and private clients. Contribute your expertise remotely while shaping legal strategies across key practice areas in North and South C...

Greensboro, NCRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$215K - $408K *

Transform healthcare delivery by leading medical management and quality initiatives. Collaborate with clinical teams to enhance patient outcomes and drive cost-effective care while ensuring compliance...

Missouri, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Empower innovation by leading the data and ML strategy, driving product outcomes through analytics and machine learning, and building a high-impact team in a growth-oriented tech environment...

Ventura, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$185K - $225K *

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San Diego, CARemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Transform global entity management by coordinating across Finance, HR, and Legal. Ensure compliance, maintain corporate records, and build scalable processes as we expand internationally. Drive operat...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K *

Lead the charge in safeguarding and risk management for behavioral health services, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks while driving user satisfaction and engagement through strategic coll...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by providing strategic leadership for a national remote case management team, ensuring service excellence, operational consistency, and client satisfaction while collaborating with...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$280K - $340K *

Transform regulatory strategy and operations across CMC and clinical activities, leading a high-performing team to ensure compliance and successful product approvals from development through post-appr...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$195K - $245K *

Champion AI strategy and implementation in healthcare, leading a team to deliver measurable value. Drive business development, client engagement, and practice growth while shaping innovative solutions...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$155K - $204K *

Champion legal excellence by advising on commercial agreements, enhancing workflows, and managing risks across diverse business functions. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and drive efficie...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Privacy Counsel do?question toggle

    A Privacy Counsel advises an organization on privacy and data protection obligations, evaluates risks in business practices and products, reviews contracts and policies, and works with teams to support responsible handling of personal information.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Privacy Counsel jobs?question toggle

    Requirements often include a law degree, admission to a relevant bar, and experience in privacy law, technology, commercial law, or compliance. Employers may also value knowledge of applicable privacy regulations and strong communication skills.

  • Where do Privacy Counsel professionals work?question toggle

    Privacy Counsel professionals work in-house at companies across sectors such as technology, finance, healthcare, retail, and media, as well as in law firms and consulting organizations.

  • Are Privacy Counsel jobs listed on Ladders high-paying?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compensation for individual Privacy Counsel roles varies by employer, location, scope, and experience.

  • How can I find the right Privacy Counsel opportunity?question toggle

    Review roles for responsibilities, required experience, industry, location, and compensation. Set your search around your expertise—such as product counseling, privacy compliance, or data governance—and compare positions that match your career goals.