Privacy Counsel

You will provide legal and privacy guidance to Sony’s global Data Transformation (DX) teams and lead initiatives to ensure compliance with global privacy regulations, especially in emerging technologies and cross-group data projects.Key ResponsibilitiesAdvise DX teams on privacy matters for new or materially changed initiatives.Drive compliance with global privacy frameworks and program requirements (data sharing, marketing, unified IDs, etc.).Collaborate with Sony legal teams worldwide and outside counsel on regulatory requirements, filings, and interactions with data protection authorities and European Works Councils.Strengthen governance, controls, and documentation, and address privacy findings.Stay current on global privacy laws, regulations, and emerging privacy technologies.Conduct Privacy Impact Assessments and serve as a privacy subject matter expert.Support Sr. Counsel/Privacy Officer with reporting on global privacy projects.Uphold high standards of honesty, ethics, and integrity.Qualifications & Experience5–8 years of relevant legal experience applying U.S. and international privacy laws in a business context.In-house experience in a multinational corporation or top-tier law firm strongly preferred.5+ years of experience operationalizing data privacy in legal, compliance, security, IT, or consulting roles.Practical privacy experience; CIPP/CIPT certifications strongly preferred.Experience with global privacy programs, including GDPR.Experience drafting privacy compliance documentation and conducting PIAs.Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex issues.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and prioritization skills.Ability to manage multiple initiatives and engage with executives at all levels.Ability to travel internationally up to 20%.Legally authorized to work in Mexico and able to travel to the U.S.Fluency in English required.