Head of Legal Privacy

Are you passionate about protecting individuals' privacy and ensuring compliance with legal regulations? Do you have the expertise and leadership skills to guide a company towards a strong privacy program? If so, then we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as the Head of Legal Privacy at Gusto.In this role, you will play a crucial role in shaping and implementing our privacy policies and procedures, while also advising and educating our team on best practices. We are seeking a highly qualified individual with a strong legal background and a deep understanding of privacy laws and regulations. As the Head of Legal Privacy, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our company and our customers' trust in our services.If you are a driven and strategic thinker with excellent communication and collaboration skills, we encourage you to apply for this position. Join us in our mission to empower businesses and their employees by providing modern and seamless HR solutions, while also prioritizing the protection of personal data.

1. Develop and implement privacy policies and procedures that align with legal regulations and best practices.
2. Advise and educate team members on privacy laws and regulations, including GDPR and CCPA.
3. Lead cross-functional efforts to ensure compliance with privacy laws and regulations.
4. Monitor changes in privacy laws and regulations and make necessary updates to company policies and procedures.
5. Collaborate with the legal team to review and negotiate privacy terms in contracts and agreements.
6. Conduct privacy impact assessments and provide guidance on data protection impact assessments.
7. Conduct regular privacy training for employees to ensure understanding and compliance.
8. Serve as the main point of contact for privacy-related inquiries from customers, partners, and regulatory agencies.
9. Work closely with the security team to identify and address potential privacy risks.
10. Develop and maintain relationships with external privacy experts and stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices.
11. Lead the development and maintenance of a data inventory and data mapping processes.
12. Oversee the handling of data subject requests, including data deletion and access requests.
13. Monitor and report on privacy program effectiveness and provide recommendations for improvement.
14. Lead investigations and responses to privacy incidents or breaches.
15. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure privacy considerations are included in new product and feature development.
16. Represent the company in privacy-related legal proceedings.
17. Develop and manage the privacy budget and resources.
18. Foster a culture of privacy and data protection throughout the organization.
19. Continuously improve and evolve the privacy program to adapt to changing laws and regulations.
20. Act as a thought leader and advocate for privacy both internally and externally.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Head of Legal Privacy in Denver, CO, USA is $109,000 - $210,000 per year. This range can vary depending on factors such as the size and industry of the company, the individual's level of experience and qualifications, and the specific responsibilities and scope of the role. Additionally, salaries in Denver may be higher or lower than the national average due to the cost of living in the area.

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