Legal Counsel

K2 Partnering Solutions is a global provider of unique end-to-end consultative solutions in the enterprise applications, AI, and cloud space.   

Please be aware this job might be located in Madrid (ES), London (UK) or Milan (Italy) - hybrid or full remote opportunity

We are seeking a Legal Counsel with deep expertise in data privacy, cybersecurity, and the emerging field of AI governance to join our global legal team. This role will support cross-functional efforts to ensure legal and regulatory compliance across global privacy frameworks, information security standards, and responsible AI use. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in advising on privacy-by-design, negotiating key data agreements, managing risk assessments, and shaping policy and governance standards within a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

- Advise on global data privacy and cybersecurity compliance frameworks, including: GDPR, UK DPA 2018, CCPA/CPRA, LGPD, and other international privacy regulations.

- Provide guidance on information security certifications and frameworks such as ISO/IEC 27001, SOC 2, and NIST CSF.

- Monitor and advise on AI governance standards, including the EU AI Act and ISO/IEC AI Management System Standard).

- Collaborate cross-functionally with InfoSec, product, legal, and engineering teams to ensure legal compliance, risk mitigation, and privacy-by-design in systems and operations.

- Draft and negotiate key data and privacy-related agreements, including Data Protection Agreements (DPAs), Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), and data processing or sharing terms.

- Advise on Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), Legitimate Interest Assessments (LIAs), and AI impact assessments, aligning with regulatory and ethical standards.

- Support privacy and security audits, assist in certification processes (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2), and manage regulatory inquiries related to data protection, cybersecurity, or AI.

- Develop and maintain internal policies and training materials on data privacy, cybersecurity best practices, and responsible AI use.

- Respond to and coordinate the completion of client security and privacy questionnaires, ensuring accurate representation of compliance posture and certifications.

Requirements:

• Law degree with a specialization or demonstrated experience in data privacy, cybersecurity law, or technology law

• 5+ years of relevant legal experience, ideally in a multinational company or top-tier law firm

• Strong understanding of major global privacy regulations, including GDPR, UK DPA 2018, CCPA/CPRA, LGPD, and other key international frameworks

• Knowledge of information security standards and certifications (e.g., ISO/IEC 27001, SOC 2, NIST CSF)

• Familiarity with AI-related regulatory frameworks, such as the EU AI Act and ISO/IEC 42001, and understanding of responsible AI principles

• Proven ability to draft and negotiate complex data protection agreements (DPAs), Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), and data processing or sharing terms

• Experience conducting or advising on Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), Legitimate Interest Assessments (LIAs), and AI impact assessments

• Comfortable collaborating with cross-functional teams, including InfoSec, Engineering, Product, and Compliance, to implement privacy and security best practices

• Excellent legal research, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex issues for diverse stakeholders

• Fluent in English; other language skills are a plus

• Recognized privacy certifications such as CIPP/E, CIPM, or CIPT are an asset

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This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.

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