Director, Legal - Privacy & Data (AMER)
The Director, Legal - Privacy & Data (AMER) at PlayStation Global will play a pivotal role within the legal team, focusing on privacy, data protection, and related regulatory matters for North America and the broader Americas region. This position sits in the dynamic, global environment of Sony Interactive Entertainment, renowned for gaming innovation and the PlayStation brand. The role directly impacts product and service offerings while collaborating closely with stakeholders across legal, compliance, engineering, and product teams.
Key responsibilities include providing expert legal advice and guidance on privacy and data protection issues, ensuring compliance with global and regional privacy laws such as GDPR, CCPA, and other applicable regulations. The Director will lead and manage privacy-related initiatives, draft and review policies, conduct risk assessments, negotiate data protection agreements, and work on incident response planning. This position also involves training internal teams and building privacy by design into company processes and systems.
The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree with eligibility to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction. Significant experience in privacy, data protection, and technology law is required, ideally in-house or at a leading law firm. Expertise in major privacy frameworks, strong communication abilities, management experience, and a proven track record advising or supporting global technology or interactive entertainment companies are essential.
The position offers a competitive compensation package, including base salary, annual bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits such as health coverage, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. Employees gain access to wellness programs, professional development resources, and PlayStation product discounts.
PlayStation Global fosters a collaborative and inclusive culture, emphasizing innovation and career growth. The company offers challenging projects, advancement opportunities, and the chance to influence privacy strategies for one of the most iconic brands in interactive entertainment.