corporate counsel, Global Data Privacy & Security (US-Remote) - Starbucks

**Now Brewing-** **corporate counsel, Global Data Privacy & Security (US-Remote)** **!** **\#tobeapartner** **_About the Job_** From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be more than a company that celebrates coffee and its rich tradition. Creating a feeling of connection and inspiring positive change in our communities is at the core of the company's Mission Statement. We are committed to developing and supporting partners (employees) who share this passion and who are motivated to achieve their personal best. As Starbucks corporate counsel - Global Data Privacy & Security, you will work as a member of the Global Data Privacy & Security legal team in the Law & Corporate Affairs Department to provide legal advice and services to key internal stakeholders, including Global Data Privacy and Global Cybersecurity Services, wherever Starbucks does business globally. And in doing so, you will play a key role in fostering Starbuck's mission by supporting the responsible use of customer and partner data. **_Primary Responsibilities:_** + Essential job responsibilities include, but are not limited to + Providing day-to-day legal support and advice to global data privacy, cybersecurity, technology, marketing, and human resources organizations on privacy and cybersecurity issues. + Tracking and guiding compliance with evolving privacy and cybersecurity laws, regulations, data transfer frameworks, litigation, and enforcement trends; and advising on their practical impact on the business. + Reviewing, negotiating, and drafting commercial privacy and cybersecurity contract terms. + Advising on and drafting privacy notices, policies, and standards, in collaboration with Global Data Privacy. + Provide legal support and guidance in response to cybersecurity and privacy incidents. + Participate in data governance and cross-functional groups that oversee privacy and security controls/safeguards; support risk assessments; and drive the resolution of risks/issues, including by escalating key issues to leadership, cross-functional partners, and governance bodies. + Provide guidance on legal requirements for new business models and technologies, such as generative AI. + Efficiently utilizing and managing outside counsel for support. **_Leveraging your previous experience, we will enable you to:_** + **Guide** - Clearly and concisely communicate strategic legal counseling to compliance and business teams. + **Collaborate** - Establish highly collaborative relationships with business and compliance teams and with other legal department partners to provide cross-functional support for the organization. + **Be a Trusted Advisor** - Help advance business objectives and mitigate risk by acting as a trusted advisor whose strategic thinking, business acumen, pragmatic problem-solving, and proactive counsel are sought out by stakeholders. **_We would love to hear from people with:_** + Five to nine years of relevant substantive legal experience in a law firm or company legal department. + Deep knowledge of global privacy and cybersecurity laws, regulations, data transfer frameworks, and industry guidelines, especially those relevant for technology, retail, and food service companies. + Experience working with cross-functional teams and projects, including geographically diverse teams in various time zones, including the Americas, Europe, and Asia. + A global mindset and experience harmonizing differing legal requirements across multiple jurisdictions into a global, principles-based approach. + Experience providing practical, risk-based legal advice to businesses with international and/or complex corporate entities, franchisees, or licensees. + Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively with professional colleagues at all levels within the organization. + High self-motivation who can work independently with minimal supervision but also thrive on collaborating with teammates and other cross-functional business partners to provide practical, risk-based legal advice that helps advance business objectives. + A flexible mindset who is comfortable with ambiguity and motivated by a dynamic business and regulatory environment. + Experience counseling records management teams globally and in various jurisdictions. + Experience managing outside counsel efficiently. + J.D. from an accredited law school. + License to practice law in pertinent jurisdictions. + Privacy or compliance accreditation. CIPP/CIPM or comparable privacy certification is desirable. As a Starbucks partner, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Partners have access to short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, paid vacation from date of hire*, sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked), eight paid holidays, and two personal days per year. Starbucks also offers eligible partners participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program (S.I.P.), Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well-being tools. Additionally, Starbucks offers 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor's degree through Arizona State University's online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, student loan management resources, and access to other educational opportunities. You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement. Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to, providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act and in accordance with its plans and policies. This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative. For additional information regarding partner perks and more detailed information about benefits, go to starbucksbenefits.com (file:///C:/Users/rofunk/AppData/Local/Microsoft/Windows/INetCache/Content.Outlook/EHRXPAYM/starbucksbenefits.com) . *If you are working in CA, CO, IL, LA, ME, MA, NE, ND, or RI, you will accrue vacation up to a maximum of 120 hours (190 in CA) for roles below director and 200 hours (316 in CA) for roles at director or above. For roles in other states, you will be granted vacation time starting at 120 hours annually for roles below director and 200 hours annually for roles director and above. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. At Starbucks, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. If you live in the greater Seattle area, we offer a flexible workplace that allows for hybrid work. Partners can work remotely up to two days per week. **Join us and inspire with every cup. Apply today!** _All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity and expression, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law._ _We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our global communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply._ _Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Starbucks Corporation is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at_ _applicantaccommodation@starbucks.com_