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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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$130K - $175K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

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

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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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.