Corporate Counsel - Data Privacy
Company: Aldi
Location: Naperville
Posted on: May 7, 2024
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Job Description:
Our Human Resources Department is focused on ALDI's most
valuable asset: our people. With teams including Administration,
Employee Communications, Payroll & Benefits, Human Resource
Information Systems, Legal, Risk & Security, Recruitment and
Training & Development, HR makes sure that ALDI continues to employ
talented and motivated people that are focused on preserving the
supportive culture we're known for.ALDI is seeking a seasoned and
visionary Senior Data Privacy Corporate Counsel to join our dynamic
Legal team. In this pivotal role, you will be at the forefront of
shaping and executing our data protection strategy, ensuring
compliance with evolving regulations and industry best practices.
Your expertise will help drive our commitment to maintaining the
highest standards of data privacy, assuring our customers, vendors,
and stakeholders that their information is safe. If you are a legal
champion with a passion for privacy, innovation, and driving
ethical data practices, we invite you to embark on this exciting
journey with us. Join our mission to create a safer digital world,
one data point at a time.
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Position Type: Full-TimeWork Location: Naperville, ILThis role is
eligible to participate in ALDI's Hybrid Work Program, which
requires work in-office at least 2 days per month.
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Duties and Responsibilities: -
Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable
accommodation.
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--- Provides input to their direct leader concerning personnel
hiring.
--- Identifies legal issues and recommends responsive action.
--- Engages with business, external parties, suppliers involved in
the legal process, and internal/external counsel regarding relevant
areas of expertise.
--- Evaluates and analyzes legal issues and reports findings, as
well as recommendations, to direct leader.
--- Advises on any changes or actions to improve the efficiency and
effectiveness of the team.
--- Informs management of recurring issues or when additional team
training may be required.
--- Reviews work performed by the team and suggests substantive
improvements.
--- Works strategically and independently to provide guidance to
internal team members and relevant areas of the business. - -
--- Researches, analyzes, and keeps current on legal issues and
laws, legislation, regulations, and court decisions affecting the
relevant areas of law; identifies and communicates impactful
updates to the team.
--- Performs pre-litigation work without significant oversight,
including providing timely and insightful counseling and advice, to
minimize risks and potential legal liability. -
--- Identifies and analyzes company procedures on a proactive basis
to ensure best practices. -
--- Prepares reports and analyzes data to identify exposures and
risks.
--- Manages strategies for reducing costs and transferring risk.
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--- Provides proactive analysis of current projects and analytical
review of reported results.
--- Drafts memorandums, attorney correspondence, reports, and other
legal documents.
--- Leads legal policies and strategic planning related to their
area of subject matter expertise in order to support tactical
business growth.
--- Manages complex legal negotiations with key stakeholders and
vendors while collaborating with various cross-functional business
teams providing for stronger Legal and Business relationships.
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--- Communicates complex information and legal concepts to a broad
range of clients, from ALDI employees to executive management.
--- Supports Corporate Counsels in providing the business with
accurate and timely advice and counseling on a wide variety of
legal matters.
--- Leverages legal expertise, experience, and business acumen to
support the company in achieving its objectives. -
--- Assists in training and developing team members to retain a
motivated and professional workforce.
--- Collaborates with team members and communicates relevant
information to leadership.
--- Upholds the security and confidentiality of documents and data
within area of responsibility.
--- Other duties as assigned.
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Job-specific Competencies: -
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
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--- Consistently demonstrates the Mindsets, ALDI Acts Competencies
and Professional Skills (M.A.P.) as outlined for the role.--- Gives
attention to detail and follows instruction.
--- Prepares written materials to meet purpose and audience. -
--- Develops and maintains positive relationships with internal and
external parties. -
--- Works cooperatively and collaboratively within a group. -
--- Understands the history, strategy, organizational authority,
interdependence of job duties, products, systems, and services of
the company. -
--- Ability to work independently and within a team
environment.
--- Proficient in legal analysis, drafting, research, and
presentation skills.
--- Knowledge of United States employment law, contract law, and/or
data privacy law and ability to assist in defending the company
against various areas of litigation.
--- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
--- Ability to analyze and present complex data.
--- Ability to interpret and apply company policies and
procedures.
--- Knowledge of retail industry standards and practices. -
--- Negotiation skills. -
--- Ability to apply creative solutions. -
--- Proficient in reviewing data to determine accuracy and
completeness.
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Education and Experience:
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--- Bachelor's Degree required.
--- A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in a legal
environment required.
--- Experience in a law firm, corporate legal department or
in-house legal counsel required.
--- J.D. required from an ABA accredited law school; licensed to
practice in Illinois (or immediate ability to become licensed)
required.
--- Knowledge of contract law, data privacy, litigation, employment
law and/or commercial disputes required.
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Physical Requirements:
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--- Work may be performed in an office, remote office, or a
combination of both where a computer and office equipment may be
used as needed to perform duties.
--- Regularly required to sit, reach, grasp, stand and move from
one area to another.
--- Constantly and repeatedly use keyboard/mouse.
--- Occasionally required to push, pull, bend, lift and move up to
25 lbs. -
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Travel:
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--- Domestic travel required.
--- Up to 10%.
-ALDI offers competitive wages and benefits, including:
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