Compliance & Privacy Officer – US & Canada
Core
Lead the US & Canada compliance and privacy programs, ensuring adherence to regulations like GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, and VCDPA while embedding privacy requirements into business processes and AI initiatives.
Role type
Senior in-house compliance and privacy attorney
Builds
Compliance governance frameworks, privacy policies, data protection agreements, and incident response protocols
Domain
Automotive industry, US & Canada regulatory environment
Required skills
Legal analysis, regulatory interpretation, contract negotiation, risk assessment, policy drafting, stakeholder management, training delivery, incident response coordination, data mapping, privacy impact assessment
Preferred skills
Spanish or Portuguese fluency, global manufacturing experience, automotive industry experience, 7+ years legal experience
Technologies
GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, VCDPA, AI governance frameworks
Responsibilities
Support day-to-day compliance activities including conflicts of interest, anti-corruption, and anti-money laundering; Advise on compliance with US and Canadian privacy laws; Draft and negotiate data protection agreements and vendor contracts; Conduct Privacy Impact Assessments and data mapping; Monitor legislative developments and translate them into business guidance; Lead incident response and breach notification processes; Deliver compliance and privacy training to stakeholders.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC