Associate General Counsel- Data Privacy and Cybersecurity

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make "good things, for life." As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we're powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there's always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.

The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities.

Interested in joining us on our journey?

The Associate General Counsel will provide primary legal and leadership support of the Company's Privacy and Cybersecurity Compliance program. This role will also support the business teams in appliance sales innovation, domestically and across the globe.

Position

Associate General Counsel- Data Privacy and Cybersecurity

Location

USA, Louisville, KYUSA, Chicago, IL, USA, Cincinnati, OH, USA, Cleveland, OH, USA, Columbus, OH, USA, Detroit, MI, USA, Indianapolis, IN, USA, Nashville, TN

How You'll Create Possibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and lead a global privacy strategy that aligns with Company's objectives, relevant laws and regulations, and industry best practices
• Serve as a point of contact for privacy and securityrelated customer and regulatory inquiries and investigations
• Lead the Company's Privacy Committee and Executive Privacy Council
• Present Privacy Program updates to CSuite, Board of Directors, Governance and Risk Committees
• Work closely with Chief Digital Technology and Information Security teams to document Data Governance strategies and classification standards
• Work closely with business teams on product innovation, data mapping, data collection, and PIA assessments
• Work with crossfunctional teams to draft and review privacy policies, procedures, internal and external facing privacy notices to ensure compliance with privacy and cybersecurity laws
• Collaborate with internal business teams, such as legal, information technology, engineering, and business units, to resolve complex privacy and risk management issues and to assess cybersecurity measures and response protocols
• Stay informed of changes and developments in privacy laws, regulations, standards, and guidance, and communicate these changes effectively to relevant stakeholders
• Lead education programming and training for employees in data privacy and cybersecurity to foster a culture of security and privacy
• Lead and manage outside counsel relationships, as needed

What You'll Bring to Our Team

Minimum Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school with active bar membership, in good standing, in any US state
• 15+ years practicing law in a law firm or corporate legal department
• Prior experience as a Privacy Officer for a large enterprise
• Confident, positive, initiativetaking, creative leader with effective critical thinking skills who also has exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Thought leader who is able to work both independently and as part of a team in a demanding environment
• Demonstrated analytical experience, including assessing risk from a privacy and data protection perspective
• Comprehensive understanding of US and international data privacy and cyber security laws

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with the following subject matters:

• Experience with crossborder data transfers and privacy data governance strategies to meet global legal requirements, industry standards, and customer requirements, especially in the areas of emerging technologies, products, and services
• Inhouse practice supporting privacy, product distribution, and providing legal counsel on AI large language models and generative systems for a major manufacturing company
• Experience with leading an enterprise's response to a major cyber security event

Certifications such as CIPP and/or CIPM

• This executive level role is hybrid in Louisville, KY; US relocation support is available.

Our Culture

Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute, while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.

This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce, products, and practices.

By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.

GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.

GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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