Privacy Attorney

Join to apply for the Privacy Attorney role at Sony. Sony Corporation of America , located in New York, NY, is the U.S. headquarters of Sony Group Corporation, based in Tokyo, Japan. Sony’s principal U.S. businesses include Sony Electronics Inc., Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC, Sony Music Entertainment, Sony Music Publishing and Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc. With around 900 million Sony devices in hands and homes worldwide, Sony creates and delivers more entertainment experiences to people than anyone else on earth. To learn more: Position Summary Sony Corporation of America (SCA) is seeking an Attorney, Privacy to join the Sony Group Corporation Digital Transformation group’s Data Enablement team. This position will be based in one of the San Diego, Culver City, or San Mateo offices and may require travel to those offices approximately once per month. The role reports to the Sr Counsel/Privacy Officer, Sony Group Corporation, Privacy Section, and is part of the team responsible for establishing and maintaining an enterprise vision, strategy, and program to secure Sony’s information assets and protect the privacy of its customers and employees. This is a hybrid role requiring 2 days per week in the office in San Diego, LA, or San Mateo. Job Responsibilities Initiates and conducts efforts aimed at promoting and ensuring compliance with global privacy rules and other privacy program requirements, focusing on future technologies such as data transformation initiatives, cross-group affiliate data sharing and customer marketing, and account consolidation/unified ID. Consults and coordinates with Sony group legal departments and outside counsel on local legal requirements, regulatory filings for international data protection authorities, and European Works Councils, in collaboration with the Sr Counsel/Privacy Officer. Partners with appropriate teams to enhance governance, controls, and documentation, and address findings. Maintains knowledge of applicable privacy laws, regulations, and standards, and monitors advancements in information privacy technologies. Provides advice, conducts privacy impact assessments, and supports privacy initiatives across the company as a privacy subject‑matter expert. Supports the Sr. Counsel (Privacy Officer) and Privacy Section with reporting on global privacy projects and initiatives. Demonstrates honesty, trustworthiness, and ethical conduct—key requirements for the responsibilities outlined above. Qualifications A J.D. degree and membership in good standing in at least one state bar. Between 5–8 years of related, practical legal experience in a law firm or corporate environment, including direct experience applying U.S. and non‑U.S. privacy laws, regulations, and industry guidelines in a business context. In‑house experience in a multinational corporation or top‑tier law firm strongly preferred. Minimum of 5 years’ demonstrable experience in operationalizing data privacy, in compliance, legal, information security, information technology, or consulting roles. Hands‑on privacy experience and certifications such as CIPP or CIPT strongly preferred. Involvement in global cross‑company privacy programs and/or initiatives, including GDPR. Experience drafting privacy compliance language and documentation for consumer products or services. Experience providing practical advice on privacy‑enhancing technologies through privacy impact assessments. Exceptional communication and advocacy skills, with the ability to explain complex issues in understandable language to Sony employees and clients. Collaborative team player with excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills. Ability to work and communicate effectively and tactfully with all levels of executives. Ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and respond to emergencies. Ability to travel internationally as required, up to 20 %. Eligible to work unrestricted in the United States. Benefits Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage for employees, spouses/domestic partners, and child dependents; access to Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA). Employee assistance plan and comprehensive behavioral health benefits. Fertility benefits, including surrogacy, and adoption assistance programs. Basic and supplemental life insurance for employees and extended coverage for spouses/domestic partners and children. Voluntary benefits such as group legal, identity theft protection, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance. Short‑term and long‑term disability plans. Paid parental and caregiver leave. 401(k) Plan with pre‑tax, Roth, and after‑tax options; company match with immediate vesting. Education assistance and student loan programs. Other Programs Flexible work arrangements, including remote and hybrid schedules. Time off including vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, Summer Fridays, and a winter break between Christmas and New Year’s Day as business needs allow. Referral bonuses (subject to eligibility). Matching gift program. Employee business resource groups (EBRGs). Special discounts on Sony products, exclusive to Sony employees. Employee stock purchase plan (Sony covers commissions and fees). Annual incentive bonus. Compensation Los Angeles & San Diego, CA: $210,000‑$220,000 base salary. San Mateo, CA: $220,000‑$235,000 base salary. In addition, an annual bonus target of 17% is offered. The actual base salary offered depends on qualifications, experience, and other factors. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation. Sony Corporation of America considers qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable law. Disability Accommodation for Applicants Sony Corporation of America provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures. For reasonable accommodation requests, please contact #J-18808-Ljbffr