Director – Senior Corporate Counsel, Global Privacy – Product & Data Use

At DICK’S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams.  We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.

If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world’s greatest sports team, apply to join our team today!

OVERVIEW:

Job Summary Description:

This role will serve as the primary privacy legal partner to product and marketing teams covering all banners (DICK’S, Foot Locker, GameChanger and subsidiaries).  This role will advise on implementation of privacy controls/privacy by design, data use, emerging technology, personalization, media networks and HR technology. This role will enable innovation and while managing risk, with a focus on high-impact, revenue-driving initiatives. 

Product & Technology Counseling – Lead privacy counsel advising on privacy-by-design for e-commerce, mobile apps, digital platforms. in-store data associated technology initiatives and HR technology.  Review and advise on new features impacting athlete or teammate data. 

Data Use Counseling - Marketing, Loyalty & Ad Tech – Lead privacy counsel reviewing and advising on targeted advertising, tracking technologies, data sharing, loyalty program privacy considerations, customer analytics, and marketing initiatives.  Will also support data governance initiatives in assisting in defining permissible data use aligned to business goals and legal constraints and defining consent management requirements.

Data Strategy – Assist with evaluating new data use cases, partnerships, and monetization opportunities.  Provide clear, practical guidance on acceptable risk thresholds and develop scalable guardrails and playbooks for business teams.

Day-to-Day Cross-Functional Partnership - Embed with product (including HR-related products), engineering, and marketing teams in effort to provide more efficient and consistent decision-making on privacy questions.  Partner with Director – Corporate Counsel Regulatory & Risk to align on legal standards.  Partner with Commercial Counsel as necessary on privacy-related negotiations.

Regional Coordination - Work with EMEA privacy counsel and APAC counsel to adapt product launches for local laws.  Escalate where local requirements require deviation from global approach.

Advice & Counsel:

• Support stakeholders on important matters

Transaction and/or Dispute Management:

• Contract Drafting and Negotiation.

• Expertise in transactional knowledge and skill related to complex commercial agreements (e.g. general commercial and specialized/subject matter agreements).

• Expected to directly negotiate with third parties.

• Manage disputes and/or litigation matters related to Global Privacy – Product & Data Use 

Legal Department Leadership:

• Expected to work with and oversee legal staff, including attorneys and legal analysts (no reporting relationship required).

• May have direct reports (development opportunity).

• Organizational Leadership. Participates in and leads projects, as requested.

• Legal Department Collaboration. Receive and review legal work from stakeholders and members of the legal department.

Subject Matter and/or Practice Type Expertise:

• Knowledge of Privacy counseling experience with product focus, experience advising on global ad tech, digital marketing, or consumer data use.

• Strong business acumen and ability to balance risk and growth, and comfort operating in fast-paced, cross-functional environments.

Outside Counsel Interaction. Manages outside counsel (including subject matter and budgeting), and identifies important and emerging areas of the law for strategic outside counsel support related to Global Privacy – Product & Data Use.

Active legal license in PA or another U.S. State.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Advanced Degree

• JD

• 5-7 years experience

• 1) Possesses 8+ years of experience practicing law, preferably in a law firm, corporate legal department or relevant regulatory agency (e.g., SEC); or (2) has demonstrated a distinguished record of handling complex matters that correlates to the level of practice experience described in item (1).

VIRTUAL REQUIREMENTS:

At DICK’S, we thrive on innovation and authenticity. That said, to protect the integrity and security of our hiring process, we ask that candidates do not use AI tools (like ChatGPT or others) during interviews or assessments.

To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please note the following:

• Cameras must be on during all virtual interviews.

• AI tools are not permitted to be used by the candidate during any part of the interview process.

• Offers are contingent upon a satisfactory background check which may include ID verification.

If you have any questions or need accommodations, we’re here to help. Thanks for helping us keep the process fair and secure for everyone!