Data Privacy - Transactional Attorney / Advertising & Marketing Attorney / Intellectual Property - General Attorney in Sterling, VA

In-House

Sterling, VA

Data Privacy - Transactional Attorney / Advertising & Marketing Attorney / Intellectual Property - General Attorney in Sterling, VA

Attorney

Min 7 yrs required

No

Job Title: Associate General Counsel - Digital Advertising, Data, & IP

Job Responsibilities:
- Advise on the implementation and use of digital advertising technologies, including demand-side platforms (DSPs), supply-side platforms (SSPs), ad targeting, and measurement tools, ensuring alignment with applicable law, industry custom and practice, and internal risk frameworks.
- Counsel on evolving laws, regulations, and industry self-regulation governing digital advertising and data commercialization.
- Draft and negotiate agreements with adtech vendors.
- Collaborate with product and data teams to evaluate commercialization opportunities for proprietary data and analytics tools.
- Structure and negotiate data licensing and sale agreements with external partners, ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory requirements.
- Partner with internal stakeholders to assess IP risks and opportunities in product development cycles.
- Evaluate opportunities for IP commercialization through licensing or strategic partnerships.
- Manage enterprise IP portfolio with an emphasis on trademark clearance, prosecution, and enforcement.

Education and Experience Information:
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and current license to practice law in at least one . jurisdiction.
- 7+ years of legal experience in private practice or in an in-house legal department, with a focus on product management, technology, digital strategy, or data-driven businesses.
- Deep understanding of digital advertising ecosystems and proven track record in data commercialization and licensing.
- Familiarity with regulatory and self-regulatory (IAB, NAI, DAA, BBB-NAD) requirements, programs, and best practices related to digital advertising and data commercialization.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and apply legal requirements in a practical business context.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with others at all levels of the organization.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in cross-functional group settings, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Meticulous attention to detail.
- Superior business acumen, influential with sound judgment.
- Ability to work in a hybrid environment (3 days per week in the office).

Preferred Education, Skills, and Experience:
- AdTech/MarTech product counseling experience.
- Financial services industry experience.

Salary Information:
- Competitive base salaries
- Bonus incentives

Additional Benefits:
- Generous PTO, Floating Holidays, and 12 Federal Holidays observed
- Support for financial well-being and retirement 401k with employer match
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance, and more
- Employer paid short-term/long-term disability and basic life insurance
- Flexible hybrid working arrangements
- Paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement programs
- Free access to on-site staffed fitness centers (in Delaware) and gym subsidy (for locations outside Delaware)
- Confidential counseling support (EAP), Health Advocacy services, and Wellness program with financial incentives
- Tuition Reimbursement and Family Scholarship Programs
- Career development and training opportunities

Legal Information:
The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) prohibits discrimination by employers, in compensation and employment opportunities, against qualified individuals with disabilities who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the “essential functions” of a job. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Company is proud to be an equal opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, gender identity, disability, Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.