Senior Counsel, Privacy & Data Governance

As a Senior Counsel, Privacy & Data Governance at HubSpot, your main responsibilities will include developing and implementing a robust data governance framework, providing legal counsel on data use and ethical considerations, ensuring regulatory compliance with laws such as GDPR and CCPA, fostering a culture of responsible data use, and overseeing data governance operations. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate data governance into business processes.

To qualify for the Senior Counsel, Privacy & Data Governance position at HubSpot, you need a J.D. degree from an accredited law school and membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar. Additionally, at least 8 years of legal experience focusing on data privacy, data security, and governance is essential. Strong analytical and communication skills, as well as familiarity with global data protection laws and preferably, experience in the tech industry, are necessary.

As a Senior Counsel, Privacy & Data Governance at HubSpot, you can expect a flexible and supportive work environment, whether you choose to work remotely or from one of our offices. HubSpot promotes a culture of connection, encouraging team collaboration and professional growth through in-person onboarding and various events throughout the year to strengthen team relationships.

In your role as Senior Counsel, Privacy & Data Governance, you will play a critical part in ensuring compliance with global data protection laws by staying informed about the latest regulations and industry best practices. You will advise stakeholders on legal obligations regarding data analytics, machine learning, and international data transfers, craft effective data governance frameworks, and conduct regular audits to maintain compliance.

At HubSpot, a Senior Counsel, Privacy & Data Governance has ample opportunities for career growth. You will gain invaluable experience leading initiatives that impact the company’s data strategy while collaborating with talented professionals across different teams. Your expertise in data privacy and governance can lead to advancement within the legal department, or opportunities in broader compliance or strategy roles as the company's needs evolve.

When answering this question, focus on your relevant legal experience by highlighting specific cases where you have advised stakeholders on compliance, developed policies, or helped create data protection frameworks, demonstrating your understanding of these laws and how they impact business operations.

To answer this, select a specific example where you successfully broke down intricate legal terms into understandable language for non-legal colleagues, showcasing your ability to convey important information effectively and ensuring everyone is on the same page regarding compliance or data governance.

In your response, outline the steps you would take, such as conducting a thorough assessment of current data practices, engaging stakeholders to gather diverse perspectives, establishing clear policies and standards, and continuously monitoring and adapting the framework to comply with evolving regulations.

Emphasize the importance of training in your answer by discussing how it empowers employees to understand data governance principles, keeps them informed of changes in regulations, and encourages a proactive approach to data management across all departments for improved compliance and ethical use.

Explain your strategies for staying up to date, such as following legal publications, participating in relevant webinars, networking with industry professionals, or being active in data privacy associations. Highlight your commitment to continuous learning in this rapidly evolving field.

Choose a specific challenge that demonstrates your problem-solving skills, detailing the situation, the actions you took to address the challenge, and the positive outcome that resulted, reinforcing your capability to manage complex projects effectively.

Provide a balanced answer showcasing your ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Describe situations where you have thrived in both environments and emphasize the importance of team communication for achieving successful outcomes in projects.

Discuss key elements, such as diverse stakeholder representation, clear objectives, strong leadership, regular communication, and a defined structure for decision-making. This shows your understanding of how governance bodies function and the value they bring to organizational compliance and data quality.

Share specific actions you've taken, such as creating training materials, leading workshops, or introducing initiatives to enhance awareness and accountability around data privacy among employees. Highlight results, like improved compliance scores, to demonstrate impact.

Discuss your approach, mentioning metrics you would use to assess compliance, such as audit results, data quality assessments, employee training participation levels, and ongoing stakeholder feedback. This shows your analytical thinking and commitment to continuous improvement in data governance.