Job DescriptionOwn and keep under constant review all the firm’s global data protection compliance arrangements to include updating policies and guidance, centralising processes and putting in place robust, time-bound remedial plans where necessary.Handle enquiries and issues relating to data privacy practices, withdrawal of consent, the right to be forgotten, and related rights.Monitor the industry landscape to keep visibility on evolutions, trends, and best practices related to Data PrivacyDevelop and maintain relevant global internal data privacy policies and training.Inform and advise Zscaler on various privacy legislations, in particular, CCPA, Global Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and its requirements, liaising with local support as required. Serving as a subject matter expert and developing and implementing a robust compliance plan.Partner with all key business areas, in particular the IT Security team, to ensure data privacy issues are considered at the outset of new projects, products and initiatives.Should have experience in IT and commercial contract negotiations including Data Protection Agreements, Master Services Agreements, Consulting Agreements, Service Level Agreements, Software Subscription/Licensing Agreements, SLA, Order Forms, NDAs, Vendor Contracts, Lease Agreements, Loan related Agreements, Agreements relating to Events etc. Drafting of legal notices and counter notices.Prepare drafts, review, red-line and modify contractual templates to assist and support various business activities.Close working relationship with various internal teams like Sales, Marketing and Event teams, commercial / finance team and IT Project Team, Privacy Team, Administration & People & Culture Team in order to assist them to achieve the common goal of timely completion of contract within the scheduled completion time without compromising any of the contract requirements.Proactively partnering and working with internal clients to improve and scale all aspects of the contract drafting and negotiation process. Maintain excellent working relationships with internal & external clients to ensure their needs are met.Review client Contractual templates and edit as appropriate to ensure all contractual obligations are met and to highlight areas of potential concern.Providing Legal support to the business on various business initiatives and projects.QualificationsA qualified in-house counsel, lawyer with 8+ years of relevant legal contracts experience at renowned Corporate Houses, law firms (Preferred Degrees: LL. B/LLM. (preferably +5 years experience in privacy laws)Candidates with experience in Corporates as an in-house counsel, or from repudiated top tier law firms shall be preferred.Strong understanding of General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) Qualification is a Plus.Experience with reviewing, drafting, and negotiating technology contracts in the Software and/or SaaS industry including Data Privacy.Strong drafting, vetting & reviewing skills in Contract Management with good hold on reporting, research, legal administration, analytical skills.Prior experience working with large multi-national customers and partners.Ability to multi-task and should be Flexible and eager to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines (especially at quarter end).Highly organized, process-driven and client-focused team player.Fluency in English language (spoken and written) is essential. Fluency in other European languages is highly desirable but not essential.Technically sound, organization, Planning, Attention to Details.Legal Administration Skills.Good interpersonal interaction skills.Exemplify creative problem-solving abilities.Location - Mohali/Pune
