Privacy Counsel, Americas

TL;DR

Privacy Counsel, Americas (Fintech): Support implementation and adaptation of global privacy framework across US, Brazil, and Canada with an accent on compliance with US federal/state laws (CCPA/CPRA, GLBA, FCRA), Canadian (PIPEDA, Quebec Law 25), and Brazilian (LGPD) regulations. Focus on conducting privacy impact assessments, advising on cross-border data transfers, data subject rights, and breach response.

Location: Hybrid, New York, NY US bar admission required; expertise in US privacy laws essential. Willingness to work flexible hours across time zones.

Salary: $140,000 - $240,000 a year

Company

Global leader in Open Banking Payments, establishing Pay by Bank as the new standard for consumers and merchants worldwide.

What you will do

• Execute privacy strategy for Americas, ensuring compliance with regional laws including CCPA/CPRA, GLBA, FCRA, PIPEDA, Quebec Law 25, and LGPD.
• Conduct privacy impact assessments for new products, services, and initiatives.
• Provide business-focused advice on privacy matters, data subject rights, and vendor agreements.
• Support breach preparedness, incident response, notifications, and cross-border data transfers.
• Monitor regulatory developments and collaborate with global Privacy & DPO team.
• Develop privacy documentation and support audits/due diligence.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) and active bar admission in at least one US jurisdiction.
• 3-5+ years as privacy attorney with experience in GLBA, CCPA, state laws.
• Strong knowledge of US privacy laws; familiarity with Canadian/Brazilian laws.
• Experience with data subject rights, cross-border transfers, breach management.
• FinTech/payments sector experience preferred.
• Strong communication, project management, and analytical skills.

Nice to have

• Experience in global privacy teams across jurisdictions/time zones.
• Privacy certifications (CIPP/US, CIPM, CIPT).
• Legal drafting for privacy policies, notices, DPAs.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible PTO, comprehensive medical/dental/vision insurance, FSA/HSA.
• Home office setup allowance, internet stipend, 401k/RRSP match.
• Gender-neutral parental leave; diverse, global team across US, Canada, Brazil, Europe.
• Dynamic, entrepreneurial environment fostering curiosity, collaboration, innovation.