Senior Legal Counsel

Senior Legal Counsel - Data and New Technology Join to apply for the Senior Legal Counsel - Data and New Technology role at SITA 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants At SITA, we keep airports moving, airlines flying smoothly, and borders open. Our technology and communication innovations power the success of the global air travel industry. You'll find us in 95% of international airports, working closely with over 2,500 transportation and government clients. Each partnership brings unique challenges, and we thrive on delivering fresh solutions and cutting‐edge tech to keep operations running like clockwork. As the Senior Counsel - Technology & Data, you will provide leadership and guidance across the entire SITA business worldwide on data, data privacy, AI, cyber security working closely with other counsel at SITA as well as colleagues in product, engineering and delivery. For this reason, a deep understanding of technology, software, SaaS, cloud, telecommunications, artificial intelligence and/or IT infrastructure is required. You will be part of SITA's global team of legal experts and will report to the Head of Data, Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity, who is based in Atlanta, Georgia, and will be part of the overall global legal team. Advising the Global Privacy Office (GPO) and senior SITA lawyers and portfolio managers on legal aspects of data, data privacy and related matters so that our data privacy compliance program targets what is important and our product teams ingest data ownership principles and privacy by design in all they do. Advising the Enterprise Information Security Office (EISO) on emerging new regulatory requirements in cyber – especially as these relate to SITA's products and services – so that our security experts are equipped to apply best‐in‐class security standards and our cyber compliance program targets what is important. Advising the Technology & Engineering Team (T&E) and Business Units – so that (in conjunction with GPO and EISO) our engineers and product managers build cyber‐security requirements and resilience and data best practices into every level of product creation and evolution. Defining and negotiating key technology partnerships, working other senior lawyers and business colleagues as well as key ecosystem partners of SITA. Providing guidance and advice on key deals across the globe, where specific technology and data matters may arise. Ensuring that SITA's position as the leader in travel tech is backed up and supported by legal and regulatory positioning (external and internal). Leading data incident response activities for Legal. Managing external counsel when required. Delivering and supporting pro‐active training in these areas. Degree (ideally Masters level) in Law with appropriate legal qualifications (registered or licensed attorney, solicitor, barrister, or equivalent). Strong understanding of commercial contracts and the ability to negotiate with internal and external stakeholders. Impeccable written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to present and explain legal concepts clearly and effectively. Proven ability to work collaboratively in and across teams, and comfortable interacting with senior legal counsel, business leaders, and external partners. You challenge your assumptions, and those of others, you are able quickly to identify and formulate problems and their solutions, and support your analysis with data and reasoning. Effective Communicator: at all levels – colleagues across all functions, advisors, regulatory & government entities, senior management. Flex Week: Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on your team's needs) Flex Day: Make your workday suit your life and plans. Flex‐Location: Take up to 30 days a year to work from any location in the world. Professional Development: Level up your skills with our training platforms, including LinkedIn Learning Competitive Benefits: Competitive benefits that make sense with both your local market and employment status. In support of our Employment Equity Program, we encourage women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities to apply and self‐identify in the application process. #