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Deloitte Global is the engine of the Deloitte network. Our professionals reach across disciplines and borders to develop and lead global initiatives. We deliver strategic programs and services that unite our organization.

What will your typical day look like?

Our Office of General Counsel is currently seeking a Counsel to advise and support on various technology and privacy initiatives within Deloitte Global. This person will contribute to the technology space, helping the Deloitte network innovate and deploy new technologies while managing legal risks and complying with regulations. We are seeking an attorney comfortable advising on a wide-range legal matters related to technology, including negotiating commercial agreements and related documents (software licensing, SaaS and cloud, content and data, partnership and joint venture agreements, term of use) and advising on privacy and confidentiality-related issues.

The Counsel will have the opportunity to take on a range of responsibilities including:

Researching and advising on technology regulation, including artificial intelligence, outsourcing, and cybersecurity
Advising business and technology leaders on the legal and other risks associated with development, operation, and implementation of technology systems and innovations and working collaboratively with business leaders to develop practical solutions to address those risks
Developing training, playbooks, and templates to assist Deloitte member firms and their professionals with technology-related matters

About the team

Global General Counsel provides legal guidance and expertise to Deloitte Global, the broader Deloitte organization, and our business leaders. We advise on regulatory, claims, and corporate legal matters, as well as additional issues that may pose novel or unique situations.

Enough about us, let’s talk about you

Bachelor’s degree and a J.D. from a top law school; active membership in at least one bar
Minimum of 7 years of legal experience
Significant hands-on experience drafting and negotiating transactional documents in the technology space, including purchase and sale agreements, license agreements, Software as a Service and Cloud agreements, commercial agreements, master services agreements, non-disclosure and confidentiality agreements, novation and assignment agreements, terms of use, letters of intent, and MOUs
Strong knowledge of and/or experience advising on privacy, cyber security, and confidentiality matters

Preferred:

Experience working in an in-house environment, preferably with a technology provider or supporting technology teams at a large institution
Experience working in a global or cross-border environment with individuals from different geographies and cultures
Experience translating legal concepts and requirements into actionable, practical guidance for IT and business teams

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