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Be part of the team that delivers 360º value to our people, clients, and communities. More than working in a multidisciplinary team, your roles and responsibilities will include supporting the strategy, creation, and innovation of personalized deliveries. All Corporate Functions professionals receive dedicated training to broaden their business vision and develop technical skills. Over $900 million is invested in the training and development of our people.

Note: For this position, it is necessary to attach your resume in English.

The Legal Counsel – Data Privacy is a full-time manager role filled by a seasoned data privacy professional. The role sits within Accenture’s Ethics & Compliance function in Legal, reports to the Global Data Privacy - Governance & Risk Function Lead (who oversees Data Privacy Governance and Risk for Accenture globally) and is a member of the Global Data Privacy Function leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead certain team operations related to strategic assessment of tools which support DP compliance (e.g. TIA and DPIAs), including managing and communicating key metrics which provide guidance for effective management.
• Support the Data Privacy (DP) Policy, International Data Transfer and Certifications (e.g. applicable DP ISO certifications) function within Accenture’s Governance & Risk Functional Area. 
• Support Accenture’s Data Privacy management systems and associated governance tasks in alignment with the DP Governance & Risk Function Lead.
• Support the management and administration of core Data Privacy policies, including enterprise certifications and international transfers including our Binding Corporate Rules.
• Work closely with the Governance & Risk Function Lead and other Function Area leads to set strategic direction, provide oversight and leadership to the DP function.   
• Effectively collaborate with a team of DP professionals in remote locations, ensuring engagement, development, business focus and the delivery of pragmatic advice.
• Support the DP V&A Team and support Process Excellence initiatives within Governance & Risk and across Global Data Privacy.
• Assist G&R Function Lead in executing strategy for external relations in data privacy (by region), in alignment with Government Relations team.
• Assist and support the G&R Function Lead to manage and oversee process for the identification and assessment of new laws, regulatory guidance and select case law and their impact on our and our clients’ business, and support implementation, including in relation to transfer impact assessments.
• In support of other Function Areas of the DP team, provide expert consultancy and advice to Legal, business and corporate functions in respect of data privacy, compliance and associated risks and opportunities.

Relationships: 

            Reports to:  Governance & Risk Function Lead -  Data Privacy.

            Key Relationships: 

• Legal, including Government Relations, Sales & Delivery, Employment Law, Offerings, Geographic Support;
• Corporate Functions;
• Geographic leadership and the Data Privacy Officer network;
• Related subject matter experts (e.g. security professionals, PCI, government compliance, certification SMEs);
• Industry bodies including business/trade associations, external counsel;
• Privacy professionals at client and peer companies; and
• Regulatory and select legislative points of contact.

Qualifications:

Education:  University degree (Master or comparable level) – legal degree required. FIP/CIPP/CIPM or comparable certifications required.

Work Experience:  Minimum 7 years of experience in global data privacy function preferably in a major law firm and/or multinational corporation. Prior role in regulatory environment or trade association and roles documenting strong project management and organizational skills would be considered a plus. Experience and expertise with major national data privacy legislation, in particular in the European Union, U.S., and cross border issues. Experience in monitoring trends and developments and translating those into actionable projects.

 Work Requirements: Occasional travel required as needed.  Must have ability to effectively work and manage resources remotely.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• Demonstrated command of data privacy, data security, and related laws and regulations, including cross border aspects;
• Highly motivated and proactive, with the ability to articulate company vision and policy, operationalize and implement strategy, and to seek out areas of risk and priority;
• Familiarity with ISO 27001/27701 certification;
• A network of industry and data privacy regulatory contacts;
• Strong organizational and project management skills and ability to deliver results;
• Demonstrated ability to identify, understand and assess trends, and curiosity for learning about new technology;
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with all levels of management and staff, work cross-culturally, and represent Accenture externally;
• Confidence and credibility in dealing with internal management, senior personnel at client and peer companies, data privacy regulators, and industry bodies;
• Ability to consistently apply good judgment.

Benefits:

Medical Assistance - 100% subsidized by the company (employee and dependents)
Dental Assistance

Meal or Food Voucher without discount

Life insurance

Private Pension Plan

Gympass

Option to purchase company stocks with a discount

Pharmacy Discount*

Daycare Assistance*

Partnership with language school*

Extended Maternity and Paternity Leave

PPR* (*According to current policy)

Job location: São Paulo - SP

We are looking for profiles aligned with the company's values, enthusiasts to work in a collaborative and dynamic environment, with excellence in delivery and innovation present in their daily lives. We value competencies regardless of race, age, gender, sexual orientation, creed, disability, and political conviction. The diversity of our people allows us to fulfill the promise of technology and human creativity. We recognize the unique characteristics of individuals, respect differences, and invest in an increasingly inclusive environment

About Accenture

Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services—creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent- and innovation-led company with 750,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology and leadership in cloud, data and AI with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. We are uniquely able to deliver tangible outcomes because of our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Song. These capabilities, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients reinvent and build trusted, lasting relationships. We measure our success by the 360° value we create for our clients, each other, our shareholders, partners and communities. Visit us at www.accenture.com

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