Corporate Counsel, Privacy Programs

  • Dublin
  • Okta, Inc.
Okta is The World’s Identity Company. We free everyone to safely use any technology—anywhere, on any device or app. Our Workforce and Customer Identity Clouds enable secure yet flexible access, authentication, and automation that transforms how people move through the digital world, putting Identity at the heart of business security and growth. At Okta, we celebrate a variety of perspectives and experiences. We are not looking for someone who checks every single box - we’re looking for lifelong learners and people who can make us better with their unique experiences. Join our team! We’re building a world where Identity belongs to you. Get to know Okta Okta is The World’s Identity Company. We free everyone to safely use any technology—anywhere, on any device or app. Our Workforce and Customer Identity Clouds enable secure yet flexible access, authentication, and automation that transforms how people move through the digital world, putting Identity at the heart of business security and growth. At Okta, we celebrate a variety of perspectives and experiences. We are not looking for someone who checks every single box - we’re looking for lifelong learners and people who can make us better with their unique experiences. Join our team! We’re building a world where Identity belongs to you. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Accelerate your career by joining Okta as a member of our growing Privacy & Product legal team! As Senior Corporate Counsel, Privacy Programs, you will play a key role in building a scalable privacy program at a high-growth, publicly-traded enterprise software company. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Counsel internal stakeholders through data protection governance meetings, strategy development, and implementation of data protection laws across Okta Ensure Okta’s compliance with all applicable global privacy and data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation, Japan APPI, United States’ federal and state regulation, and other global legal frameworks by monitoring and staying an expert and thought leader on global privacy laws and frameworks Evangelize and drive a privacy-focused culture throughout the company Coordinate and drive the development and enforcement of privacy initiatives across Okta Work closely with Privacy Operations team in conducting audits and maintaining Okta’s privacy certifications Work closely with product counsel on privacy related issues to support business teams Support procurement team with resolving data protection issues in negotiations Own relevant internal and external privacy policies, trainings and guidelines Required Skills and Experience: Licensed attorney with an active bar admission. Minimum of 4 years relevant experience Combination of law firm and in-house experience strongly preferred, including 2+ years specialising in privacy and data protection matters Familiarity and comfort with the culture of a high-growth enterprise software company Excellent written and verbal communication skills Highly-responsive and service-oriented approach to driving projects to closure Team-oriented and collaborative – a self-starter with intellectual curiosity regarding legal and regulatory aspects of data privacy and security Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage deadlines Experience in and/or knowledge of software-as-a-service and technical concepts Certified Information Privacy Professional (Europe, U.S., Canada, and/or Asia) or Certified Information Privacy Manager is a plus What you can look forward to as an Okta employee! Okta cultivates a dynamic work environment, providing the best tools, technology and benefits to empower our employees to work productively in a setting that best and uniquely suits their needs. Each organization is unique in the degree of flexibility and mobility in which they work so that all employees are enabled to be their most creative and successful versions of themselves, regardless of where they live. Find your place at Okta today! https://www.okta.com/company/careers/ . Okta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a protected veteran. We also consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and convictions records, consistent with applicable laws. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please use this Form to request an accommodation. Okta is committed to complying with applicable data privacy and security laws and regulations. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy at https://www.okta.com/privacy-policy/ . U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment Information Read more Individuals seeking employment at this company are considered without regards to race, color, religion,national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genderidentity, or sexual orientation. When submitting your application above, you are being given theopportunity to provide information about your race/ethnicity, gender, and veteran status. This informationhelps us support or diversity, inclusion, and belonging efforts, as well as maintain fair and equitablehiring practices. Completion of the form is entirely voluntary . 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This survey should take about 5 minutes to complete. The foundation for secure connections between people and technology Okta is the leading independent provider of identity for the enterprise. The Okta Identity Cloud enables organizations to securely connect the right people to the right technologies at the right time. With over 7,000 pre-built integrations to applications and infrastructure providers, Okta customers can easily and securely use the best technologies for their business. More than 18,800 organizations, including JetBlue, Nordstrom, Slack, T-Mobile, Takeda, Teach for America, and Twilio, trust Okta to help protect the identities of their workforces and customers. Okta is committed to complying with applicable data privacy and security laws and regulations. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy athttps://www.okta.com/privacy-policy/ . By submitting an application, you agree to the retention of your personal data for consideration for a future position at Okta. More details about Okta’s privacy practices can be found athttps://www.okta.com/privacy/ . From a competitive salary and employee stock purchasing plan to professional development resources and flexible PTO, Okta offers everything you need to support your work, your life, and your work-life balance. Click here to learn more: https://rewards.okta.com/us Follow Okta First Name Last Name Email Phone Resume Upload PDF Paste Resume/CV Upload Resume/CV (PDF must be less than 8 MB ) Resume/CV Upload PDF Paste Upload Cover Letter (PDF must be less than 8 MB ) LinkedIn Profile Website Have you worked for Okta in the past? I acknowledge and agree to the processing of my personal data in accordance with Okta's Privacy Policy. I would like to be considered for future positions at Okta. 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