Senior Privacy Counsel - USDS

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Team Intro
The USDS Legal team handles and oversees legal privacy and regulatory matters pertaining to TikTok USDS's operations. The team works cross-functionally with multiple stakeholders in the US and around the world to tackle some of the most complex, interesting, and cutting edge issues in privacy and security. We are looking for a highly motivated, experienced, and bright legal professional to join our exciting team.

In order to enhance collaboration and cross-functional partnerships, among other things, at this time, our organization follows a hybrid work schedule that requires employees to work in the office 3 days a week, or as directed by their manager/department. We regularly review our hybrid work model, and the specific requirements may change at any time.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Global Privacy to spearhead USDS's compliance with global privacy laws, including GDPR and CCPA.
• Develop, implement, and refine external and internal privacy policies, processes, standards, and guidelines, including data lifecycle management.
• Conduct Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) for new products and initiatives, aiming to identify and mitigate privacy risks.
• Offer expert legal advice on data protection to internal and external stakeholders, ensuring product teams, engineering, and management are well-informed.
• Develop and implement privacy training programs to promote a culture of compliance across TikTok.
• Review and negotiate privacy provisions in contracts and agreements, safeguarding user data.
• Act as the primary interface with regulatory authorities and industry groups on privacy matters.
• Monitor and engage in legislative and regulatory developments, advocating for public policy that reflects our privacy principles.
• Lead the USDS's response to data security incidents and breaches, overseeing investigation, notification, and remediation.
• Work closely with legal, security, compliance, and public policy teams to navigate privacy challenges and seize opportunities.
• Mentor and coach team members, particularly focusing on developing their expertise in privacy law and practices.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• J.D. degree from ABA accredited law school (or foreign equivalent) with membership in good standing in a US state bar
• 5+ years of privacy legal experience
• Comprehensive understanding of global privacy laws, including GDPR, CCPA, and other relevant frameworks.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with keen attention to detail and adeptness in making well-informed decisions.

Preferred Qualification

• Must be a strong writer
• Attention to detail, with ability to work independently and be highly productive in fast-paced environment

D&I Statement
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.

Accommodation Statement
TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://shorturl.at/ktJP6

Data Security Statement
This role requires the ability to work with and support systems designed to protect sensitive data and information. As such, this role will be subject to strict national security-related screening.

Job Information

[For Pay Transparency] Compensation Description (annually)

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $213000 - $376200 annually.

Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.

Our company benefits are designed to convey company culture and values, to create an efficient and inspiring work environment, and to support our employees to give their best in both work and life. We offer the following benefits to eligible employees:

We cover 100% premium coverage for employee medical insurance, approximately 75% premium coverage for dependents and offer a Health Savings Account(HSA) with a company match. As well as Dental, Vision, Short/Long term Disability, Basic Life, Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance plans. In addition to Flexible Spending Account(FSA) Options like Health Care, Limited Purpose and Dependent Care.

Our time off and leave plans are: 10 paid holidays per year plus 17 days of Paid Personal Time Off (PPTO) (prorated upon hire and increased by tenure) and 10 paid sick days per year as well as 12 weeks of paid Parental leave and 8 weeks of paid Supplemental Disability.

We also provide generous benefits like mental and emotional health benefits through our EAP and Lyra. A 401K company match, gym and cellphone service reimbursements. The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.