Senior Counsel - Data Privacy

Electrify America is committed to revolutionizing the way people charge. As the country's largest open DC fast charging network, Electrify America is actively contributing to electrifying mobility today and building a more sustainable future.

At Electrify America, we value innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainability. We strive to establish a diverse and inclusive workplace where employees can develop personally and professionally. As a team member at this rapidly growing company, you can work on state-of-the-art technology and join a team making a significant impact in the world. If you're interested in joining a dynamic, innovative company, Electrify America is a place where you can learn, grow, and make a difference!

Role Summary:

The Sr Counsel will work closely with the Electrify America management and business teams, providing legal support to technology, sales, and consumer-facing functions of Electrify America. This attorney will be responsible for consumer data privacy and protection; contract negotiation; and other regulatory as well as general business legal matters. This attorney will also be responsible for ongoing compliance with applicable court settlements and decrees.

Role Responsibilities:

Data Privacy (50%)

1. Oversee the company’s data privacy strategy, including implementation of CCPA and other applicable data privacy policies and procedures, readiness activities, and compliance.

2. Handle data privacy and protection-related inquiries from internal and external stakeholders and provide legal counsel regarding same.

3. Advise executives and business colleagues regarding the requirements of federal and state privacy and data security statutes and regulations, controls, and best practices (with a primary focus on CCPA, PCI-DSS, FTC Section 5, and TCPA in the United States; as well as PIPEDA, CASL, and other applicable laws in Canada).

4. Review and analyze new products and services, including online and mobile applications, for compliance with applicable privacy laws.

5. Draft, review, and negotiate data licenses, data privacy agreements, and contracts with significant data-sharing or management components.

6. Review, draft, and update policies and procedures which deal with data privacy, personal information, and data security.

7. Manage outside counsel regarding data privacy and security matters. 

Contracts & Litigation (50%)

1.  Draft, review, and negotiate contracts to support the technology, sales, and business activities of the company.

2.  Assist business departments in contract compliance, interpretation, and dispute resolution.

3.  Manage litigation, dispute resolution, and regulatory matters. Review and handle third-party complaints.

Years of Relevant Experience:

• 4-6 years law firm or in-house experience

Education:

• J.D. from leading law school

Skills:

• Analytical and conceptual thinking – using logic and reason, creative, and strategic
• Communication skills – interpersonal, presentation, and written
• Computer savvy
• Integration – joining people, processes, or systems
• Influencing and negotiation skills
• Legal contract drafting
• Problem solving
• Resource and time management
• Project management

Specialized Skills (Required):

• Membership or eligibility for admission to the Virginia State Bar (including Corporate Counsel certificate)
• Understanding of and experience in commercial data privacy law (including CCPA, PCI-DSS, FTC Section 5, TCPA, data breach & notification practices)
• Experience drafting and negotiating data licenses, data privacy agreements, contracts

Specialized Skills (Desired):

• Experience with Canadian data privacy law (including PIPEDA, CASL, and/or similar provincial regulations)
• Energy or Utility Industry experience
• Commercial transaction experience
• A strong business orientation or experience
• A passion for excellence in work product, and outstanding results for the business clients
• German language skills

Work Flexibility:

• Domestic or International Travel\: <10%

Electrify America is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.