Valvoline Global Operations is seeking a Counsel, Privacy, AI, and Data Protection to lead the development and implementation of global privacy, data protection, and AI governance programs. The ideal candidate will have significant independence, translating complex regulatory requirements into actionable enterprise policies, and driving responsible innovation while protecting the organization from regulatory, legal, and reputational risk.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- Minimum of 8–12 years of legal experience, with significant focus on privacy, data protection, cybersecurity, and/or technology law.
- Demonstrated expertise in U.S. and global privacy laws and frameworks (e.g., GDPR, CCPA/CPRA) and strong familiarity with emerging AI regulatory requirements.
- Experience advising on AI/ML technologies, data-driven business models, or digital products, including governance and risk management considerations.
- Proven experience building or supporting global privacy programs and operationalizing compliance frameworks (e.g., DPIAs, DSARs, data mapping).
- Strong experience partnering with Product, Engineering, IT, and Security teams to translate legal requirements into practical solutions.
- Demonstrated ability to operate independently, manage complex cross-functional initiatives, and provide strategic, risk-based legal advice.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CIPP/US, CIPP/E, CIPM, AIGP) preferred.
- Ability to travel (approximately 10–20%) to support global business initiatives and team engagement.
- Collaborate effectively across global time zones, providing support to regional stakeholders and participating in meetings outside standard business hours as needed to support a globally distributed organization.
Benefits
- Health insurance plans (medical, dental, vision)
- Health Savings Account (with an employer-base deposit and match)
- Flexible spending accounts
- Competitive 401(k) with generous employer base deposit and match
- Incentive opportunity*
- Life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Paid vacation and holidays*
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discounts
- PTO Buy/Sell Options*
- Tuition reimbursement*
- Adoption assistance*
