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ZoomInfo is a leading go-to-market intelligence platform that provides business data to help companies accelerate their growth. The company delivers B2B data and AI-powered software that helps businesses connect with and close their most valuable buyers. ZoomInfo's governance framework aligns with regulations in major markets, including GDPR and CCPA, and the company maintains ISO 27701 and ISO 27001 certifications.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Legal Counsel / Data Protection Officer to be based in our Dublin, Ireland office. This role will serve as the designated Data Protection Officer for ZoomInfo and its affiliates' global operations in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The successful candidate will work at the intersection of law, privacy, and technology, providing critical guidance to ensure ZoomInfo maintains the highest standards of data protection and privacy compliance across its operations worldwide.
Primary Responsibilities
Data Protection Officer Duties
- Serve as the Company's designated Data Protection Officer in accordance with Article 37 of the GDPR.
- Provide expertise in European data protection laws and practices, including maintaining an in-depth understanding of the GDPR.
- Monitor compliance with European data protection regulations and advise the organization on obligations.
- Advise the Company’s leadership with respect to compliance with European data protection laws, monitoring specific processes such as data protection impact assessments.
- Fulfill notification requirements to data protection authorities.
- Act as the primary point of contact for supervisory authorities on data protection matters, and collaborate with supervisory authorities as necessary.
- Coordinate responses to data subject rights requests and privacy inquiries.
- Support the Company's commitment to education, transparency, and upholding individual rights to privacy.
Legal Advisory Role
- Provide strategic legal advice on privacy and data protection matters to product teams throughout the development lifecycle.
- Support the Company's privacy-first approach to business data collection, processing, and use.
- Review product features, marketing materials, and customer communications to ensure compliance with privacy regulations.
- Prepare and review privacy notices, consent mechanisms, and data processing agreements.
- Advise on international data transfers and localization requirements.
- Support due diligence for potential acquisitions and partnerships
- Help to develop and implement a global data protection strategy aligned with UK Data Protection Act 2018, GDPR, and other international data privacy laws.
Qualifications
Required
- Law degree with admission to practice law in Ireland or equivalent EU jurisdiction.
- Minimum of 8+ years of professional legal experience, with at least 5 years specializing in privacy and data protection law.
- Expert knowledge of data protection law and practices, particularly the GDPR.
- Knowledge of AI governance and compliance.
- Experience with SaaS or technology companies.
- Thorough knowledge of how organizations process personal data
- Experience advising on privacy matters related to B2B sales and marketing activities, and/or advertising technology.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Strong project management and organizational skills
Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
Preferred
- Additional qualifications in privacy or data protection (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPM, CDPO)
- Experience as a designated DPO under GDPR.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to shape privacy compliance for a fast-growing, global technology company.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Collaborative work environment with talented professionals.
- Hybrid work arrangement with state-of-the-art Dublin office.
- Regular travel opportunities to US headquarters and other global locations.
- Professional development and continuing education support.
Location
This position will be based in our Dublin, Ireland office.
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About us:
ZoomInfo (NASDAQ: GTM) is the Go-To-Market Intelligence Platform that empowers businesses to grow faster with AI-ready insights, trusted data, and advanced automation. Its solutions provide more than 35,000 companies worldwide with a complete view of their customers, making every seller their best seller.
ZoomInfo may use a software-based assessment as part of the recruitment process. More information about this tool, including the results of the most recent bias audit, is available here.
ZoomInfo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, and does not discriminate based on protected status. We welcome all applicants and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of sex, race, age, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability status, religion, protected military or veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We also consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in accordance with legal requirements.
For Massachusetts Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. ZoomInfo does not administer lie detector tests to applicants in any location.
