Sr. Counsel, Privacy & Compliance

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated lawyer to join our legal team at Intapp. This position will play a critical role in supporting the company's privacy, data protection, and compliance initiatives, ensuring that our products, services, and operations comply with relevant laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will have expertise in privacy laws, including GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, and other state and global data protection frameworks, along with an understanding of regulatory compliance in the technology sector.What you will do:

• Provide strategic legal advice and counsel on data privacy, security, and compliance matters, including data privacy and protection laws and regulations such as GDPR, CCPA/CPRA  and others applicable to cloud-based services in the US and abroad.
• Advise on privacy-by-design principles and ensure compliance with privacy policies, including handling data subject requests, data breach notifications, and maintaining internal data protection practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product, security, and customer success, to develop and implement a comprehensive privacy program.
• Draft, review, and negotiate data processing agreements, including data protection clauses in customer and vendor agreements, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Lead and coordinate privacy impact assessments (PIAs) and risk assessments for new projects, services, and product features.
• Develop and implement company-wide privacy and compliance training and awareness programs for employees.
• Monitor changes in privacy and compliance regulations globally and advise the business on necessary changes to maintain compliance.
• Work closely with external legal counsel, regulators, and industry groups to address privacy and compliance matters.
• Assist in internal investigations and handling of data breaches, including coordinating legal, communications, and technical responses.
• Stay current on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies that impact privacy and compliance within the cloud software space.
• Manage a team of two lawyers focusing on privacy and compliance.

What you will need:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and admission to the bar in at at least one jurisdiction.

• 7+ years of experience in privacy, data protection, and regulatory compliance, preferably with a combination of experience at a law firm and in-house at a technology or cloud software company.

• Experience managing a small team.

• Deep knowledge of global privacy laws and regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and experience managing privacy programs.

• Experience negotiating and drafting privacy and security provisions in commercial agreements, including data processing agreements (DPAs).

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to addressing legal and compliance challenges.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Outstanding Qualifications:

• Certification such as CIPP/US, CIPP/E, or similar privacy-related credentials.
• Experience in managing privacy or compliance teams or initiatives.
• Familiarity with cloud security practices, ISO certifications, SOC 2, and other relevant compliance frameworks.

What you will gain at Intapp:Our culture at Intapp emphasizes accountability, responsibility, and growth.  We support each other in a positive, open atmosphere that fosters creativity, approachability, and teamwork. We’re committed to creating a modern work environment that’s connected yet flexible, supporting both professional success and work-life balance. In return for your passion, commitment, and collaborative approach, we offer:

• Competitive base salary plus variable compensation and equity
• Generous paid parental leave, including adoptive leave
• Traditional comprehensive benefits, plus:
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Tuition reimbursement plan
  • Family Formation benefit offered by Carrot
  • Wellness programs and benefits provided by Modern Health
  • Paid volunteer time off and donation matching for the causes you care about
• Opportunities for personal growth and professional development supported by a community of talented professionals
• An open, collaborative environment where your background and contributions are valued
• Experience at a growing public company where you can make an impact and achieve your goals
• Open offices and kitchens stocked with beverages and snacks

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Intapp provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and will make hiring decisions without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All offers are contingent upon passing a criminal history and other background checks if applicable to the position.

Please note: Intapp will not hire through text message, social media, or email alone. We will never extend a job offer unless you have been contacted directly by an Intapp recruiter and have participated in the interview process which will generally consist of 3 or more virtual or in person meetings. Please note that Intapp only uses company email addresses, which contain “@intapp.com” or “@dealcloud.com” to communicate with candidates via email. Intapp will never ask for financial information of any kind or for any payment during the job application process. We post all legitimate job openings on the Intapp Career Site at https://www.intapp.com/working-at-intapp/. If you believe you were a victim of such a scam, you may contact your local authorities. Intapp is not responsible for any claims, losses, damages, or expenses resulting from scammers.