Lawyer - Assistant General Counsel

The Role: Lawyer - Assistant General Counsel ( Data Protection)The Grade/Level: 12The Location: New York City; US virtualThe Team:The Assistant General Counsel will be a member of the S&P Global Corporate Legal Privacy Department, which is comprised of attorneys who provide global support to S&P divisions and functions. This position will report directly to the Assistant General Counsel, Data Privacy, who is based at the New York office.The Impact:You will work closely with the Assistant General Counsel and other members of the Legal Department to prepare legal advice, conduct regulatory research and analysis, and support S&P Global’s procurement and vendor contracting processes.What’s in it For You:You will be able to use discretion and independent judgement in the application of privacy and data protection laws and regulations, draft contracts, and respond to vendor contractual questions. You will have strong communication and project management skills. This role will give you scope to act autonomously within a globally diverse legal team. You will assist in providing advice and counsel involving legal and regulatory issues of varying levels of complexity.Being part of our dynamic global team requires flexibility in working hours. You may be located anywhere in the world, ideally in the US or UK.Responsibilities:Review and negotiate S&P Global enterprise vendor DPAs.

Maintain and draft contract template language related to data privacy, data protection, and information governance.

Work with various stakeholders across the company to ensure vendor controls are compliant with applicable law.

Interact with, and resolve, data protection legal issues across all business functions, affiliates, subsidiaries, and acquisitions.

Assisting in the review of training materials relating to data protection matters.

Providing support for the resolution of day-to-day matters, including legal research.

Identifying problems and support solutions-based practices by using existing precedents or procedures, including creating legal gap analysis of new data protection laws and regulations.

Contributing to the achievement of the Legal Department’s objectives.

What We’re Looking For :Qualified lawyer with legal degree and license to practice law.

1-4 years of experience dealing with data protection and privacy.

Expertise in data privacy laws, information governance, and data localization.

Ability to handle high volume workflow.

Professional, highly organized and detail-oriented.

Excellent analytical and written skills.

Excellent interpersonal, communication (verbal and written) and teamwork skills.

Ability to work as part of a team and interact effectively with others from outside the Legal Department.

The highest level of discretion, sensitivity, and integrity in handling confidential information.

Proficient in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Familiarity with the Ariba contracting process management tool would be viewed favorably.

Ability to multi-task and handle deadline sensitive assignments.

Compensation/Benefits Information (US Applicants Only):S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is 114,100 USD to 206,350‬ USD. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographical location as well as experience and qualifications for the role.In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan.This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, visit link https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries/usAbout Company:S&P Global delivers essential intelligence that powers decision making. We provide the world’s leading organizations with the right data, connected technologies and expertise they need to move ahead. As part of our team, you’ll help solve complex challenges that equip businesses, governments and individuals with the knowledge to adapt to a changing economic landscape.Equal Opportunity EmployerS&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to:  [email protected]  and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person. US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf  describes discrimination protections under federal law.202 - Middle Professional (EEO Job Group) (inactive), 20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), LGLLGL202.2 - Middle Professional Tier II (EEO Job Group)Posted On: 2022-10-03Location: New York, New York, United States