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Senior Legal Counsel, Privacy & Security
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Senior Legal Counsel, Privacy & Security
Senior Counsel – Privacy and Legal Information Security
Legal Department, Comcast
Comcast brings together the best in media and technology, driving innovation to create the world’s best entertainment and online experiences. As a Fortune 50 leader, we are setting the pace in diverse industries and fostering career growth across global locations.
If you share our passion for collaboration, visionary change, and a commitment to the future of media and technology, we invite you to fast-track your career at Comcast.
Job Summary
We are seeking an ambitious, collaborative, and experienced legal professional to join our Legal Department’s Privacy and Information Security team under the Deputy General Counsel / DPO (Privacy and Legal Information Security).
This role requires independent legal counsel on privacy and information security matters, supporting Comcast Cable’s global privacy and information security program. You will exercise thought leadership—influencing business strategy and risk management—while navigating an ever-evolving regulatory landscape.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic, international company, driving innovation in legal privacy and data governance.
Position Details
- Title: Senior Counsel – Privacy and Legal Information Security
- Reports to: Deputy General Counsel / DPO (Privacy and Legal Information Security)
- Location: London (Office-based, 3-5 days/week)
Key Responsibilities
1. Core Legal & Advisory Work
- Independently handle privacy and information security inquiries across Comcast, providing timely, accurate, and pragmatic legal advice to ensure compliance with:
- Company polices and standards
- Applicable local, European (GDPR/ePrivacy), and international laws
- Industry best practices
- Evaluate and advise on new Comcast programs and initiatives, integrating privacy and security principles into business strategy and execution.
2. Governance & Policy Leadership
- Assist in developing, maintaining, and implementing:
- Privacy and data processing policies
- Data inventories, records of processing, and related documentation
- Review company practices to ensure consistency with internal governance frameworks, Data Protection Officer (DPO) directives, and external regulations.
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3. Risk Assessment & Compliance
- Lead privacy impact and risk assessments for new projects involving personal data processing.
- Monitor global legal, regulatory, and industry developments in:
- GDPR, ePrivacy Directive, NIS2, Cyber Resilience Act
- UK/EU regulatory bodies (including the Data Authority)
- Self-regulatory organizations (e.g., Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA), Network Advertising Initiative (NAI))
4. Regulatory & Incident Support
- Provide practical legal counsel on:
- Data governance (retention, minimization)
- Incident response, including coordination with:
- Regulatory agencies
- Law enforcement
- Lead post-acquisition privacy and information security integration efforts for newly acquired entities.
5. Stakeholder Engagement & Training
- Work closely with enterprise and business stakeholders to embed privacy/secure practices into strategic initiatives.
- Conduct awareness and training programs to strengthen:
- Understanding of company privacy policies
- Knowledge of data handling and security procedures
- Compliance with legal obligations
- Collaborate with the Data Protection Officer to advance compliance programs.
6. Strategic Execution & Adaptability
- Execute tasks aligned with departmental strategic plans and leadership directives.
- Actively contribute to risk mitigation, innovation, and operational growth.
- Champion a culture of inclusion and advocate for Comcast’s digital products and technologies.
Required Skills & Experience
Legal Background & Expertise
- Minimum 5 years of combined legal experience, including:
- At least 3 years specializing in privacy and information security
- Proven expertise in European and UK data privacy laws, with in-depth knowledge of:
- General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR)
- ePrivacy Directive
- NIS2 Directive
- Cyber Resilience Act
- Relevant UK/EU regulations and compliance frameworks
- Familiarity with additional global privacy laws and multijurisdictional frameworks is a plus.
Transactional & Analytical Skills
- Hands-on experience with:
- Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating privacy/data protection agreements
- Data processing, usage, security, and cross-border transfer agreements
- Conducting privacy impact assessments and legal framework optimization
- Ability to:
- Decipher complex legal/technical requirements and translate them into actionable business guidance.
- Lead multiple high-impact projects with consistent quality under deadlines.
- Operate independently with minimal supervision.
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Soft Skills & Professional Traits
- A pragmatic, risk-based approach to problem-solving.
- Collaborative mindset with excellent stakeholder management.
- Strong academic credentials (e.g., Juris Doctor, LL.M.)
- Preferred: Certifications (e.g., CIPP/E, FSAProf ACCA, or similar).
- Advantageous: Experience with privacy management platforms (e.g., OneTrust, Verostic) and familiarity with AI tools (Copilot, Harvey AI).
Operational Flexibility
- Primarily office-based in London with occasional EU/US travel required.
- Commitment to regular, punctual attendance with strong reliability in deadlines and quality.
Benefits
At Comcast, we empower you with tailored benefits to support physical health, finances, and well-being—tailored to your needs. Visit our careers page for a detailed breakdown of options, including:
- Competitive compensation
- Professional development programs
- Work-life balance support
- Inclusive workplace culture
- Extensive Growth Opportunities across global teams.
Comcast Commitment to Equality & Inclusion
Comcast is an EOE/M/Veteran/Disabled/LGBT-friendly employer. We actively promote diversity and consider all qualified candidates without regard to status under applicable law.
Career Path & Group Overview
Representing a Fortune 50 leader in media and technology, Comcast offers unlimited career growth through exposure to:
- Innovative industries and markets
- Cross-functional collaboration
- NBCUniversal’s expanding network
Disclaimer: this role description outlines the essentials of the position but is not a comprehensive list of every possible responsibility. Work requirements may adapt based on business needs.
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