Privacy & AI Legal Counsel

This a Full Remote job, the offer is available from: United States Taxwell helps everyday Americans get every tax advantage they deserve by finding credits and deductions they never even knew existed. Our tax preparation software offers easy guidance and ensures your maximum tax refund. We strive to build a team of like-minded experts in both tax and technology who align with our brand purpose, are advocates for our customers and have a fresh, non-traditional approach to the tax industry. Taxwell is a leading digital tax filing platform formed in 2022 from the combination of Drake Software® and TaxAct®. These two longstanding organizations offer customers professional and do-it-yourself digital and downloadable products that are easy-to-use, best-in-class technology, and provide unparalleled customer support. Taxwell brands are a trusted solution for all users including those with complex tax returns. We strive to attract and retain candidates who exemplify our values: performance, perseverance, progress and partnership. Taxwell is an organization of forward thinkers looking to add industry experts to our growing team. Position Overview We are seeking a Privacy & AI Legal Counsel to join our Legal team. This attorney will provide practical, business-oriented legal advice on data privacy, governance, and responsible AI adoption. Reporting directly to the Chief Legal Officer, this role will work closely with the VP of Legal Affairs, as well as stakeholders across GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) functions, Product, Engineering, Finance, and Procurement teams to ensure that our data practices and emerging technologies are compliant, secure, and ethically implemented. Some travel may be required to Dallas, TX or other Taxwell locations. Key Responsibilities: • Advise on operational privacy matters, state consumer privacy laws, GLBA, Internal Revenue Code Section 7216, and other applicable regulations. • Draft, review, and negotiate data protection agreements, vendor contracts, and technology-related contracts. • Partner with GRC to strengthen governance frameworks and conduct risk and privacy assessments and internal audit functions. • Support AI governance and vendor diligence, ensuring responsible adoption of generative AI and LLM technologies. • Collaborate cross-functionally with IT, cybersecurity, product, development and marketing teams on AI adoption and data privacy matters. • Monitor and interpret AI and consumer privacy regulations to ensure compliance with applicable laws when implementing AI tools and other technologies and develop internal guidance and training on relevant topics. • Advise on privacy and data protection issues related to cookies, pixels, SDKs, and other tracking technologies used for analytics, marketing, and advertising, including oversight of analytics tools and consent management solutions. • Willingness and interest to assist with other legal matters as needed. Education & Required Qualifications: • J.D. degree and admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. • 4–8 years of legal experience, preferably with a law firm and/or in-house with software/tech experience and a focus on privacy and emerging technologies (AI and LLMs). • Deep understanding of U.S. state privacy laws (CCPA/CPRA, etc.). • Proven experience drafting and negotiating commercial and technology contracts. • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a pragmatic, business-focused approach. Preferred Qualifications: • Privacy certifications (CIPP/US, CIPM). • Familiarity with AI governance frameworks (EU AI Act, NIST AI RMF, OECD). • Experience supporting GRC or compliance teams within fintech, SaaS, or regulated technology industries. • Experience advising on consumer marketing and advertising laws. • Experience with online tracking and analytics technologies (e.g., Google Analytics, Tag Manager, Meta Pixel) and understanding of privacy and consent requirements for digital marketing and advertising activities. At Taxwell, we believe our work benefits from the diverse perspectives of our employees. As such, Taxwell welcomes and celebrates diversity and inclusion and is committed to equal opportunity employment. At Taxwell, you can expect a supportive, open, and inclusive atmosphere and a team that values your contributions. Taxwell is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and any other status protected under applicable law. Taxwell considers information gathered in the hiring process, including information on this application, confidential, and only shares it on a need-to-know basis or as required by law. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected] or by calling 828-349-5703 extension 6049 to speak with a member of the HR Talent Acquisition team. This offer from "TaxAct" has been enriched by Jobgether.com and got a 78% flex score. Apply tot his job