Associate Counsel - Product and Privacy

POWER A WORLD OF TRUST

Incode is the leading provider of world-class identity solutions that is reinventing the way humans authenticate and verify their identities online to power a world of digital trust.

Through our revolutionary identity solutions, we are unleashing the business potential of universal industries including finance, government, retail, hospitality, gaming, and more, by reducing fraud and transforming human interactions with data, products, and services.

We’re in the process of rapidly scaling our diverse global team and we’re looking for entrepreneurial individuals and leaders who are curious, driven, and excited by ownership to join a Unicorn-status scale-up!

Role Title: Associate Counsel, Product and Privacy 

Direct Report: Global Counsel & Data Privacy Officer 

Area: Legal 

Location: San Francisco, CA 

The Opportunity 
Incode Technologies, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Associate General Counsel, Product and Privacy to join our legal team. This role will work closely with product, engineering, commercial, and compliance teams to ensure that Incode’s innovative identity verification products comply with global privacy laws and industry standards while supporting the company’s business goals. The successful candidate will be responsible for advising on privacy, data protection, and product-related legal issues and ensuring alignment with regulatory and contractual obligations.  

Qualifications and Requirements: 

Educational Background: 

• J.D. or equivalent legal degree from an accredited law school. 
• Member in good standing of a state bar (California or Texas). 

Experience: 

• 5+ years of experience in privacy, product counseling, or technology law, with at least 2 years focused on privacy compliance.
• Experience advising on global privacy frameworks (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, LGPD).
• Proven track record of advising on legal aspects of product design and lifecycle management. 

Skills: 

• Deep understanding of privacy and security principles, including Privacy by Design and data protection impact assessments.
• Exceptional ability to analyze and apply complex privacy and technology regulations to innovative product offerings.
• Strong contract negotiation and drafting skills, particularly for DPAs, MSAs, and vendor agreements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts clearly to non-legal audiences. 

Attributes: 

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Business-minded and solutions-oriented with a strong sense of collaboration.
• Passion for emerging technologies, biometrics, and privacy. 

Certifications (Preferred): 

1. Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US, CIPP/E, or similar) or willingness to obtain certification. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Product Counseling: 

• Provide legal support and strategic advice to product and engineering teams on product development, launches, and lifecycle management. 

• Ensure product compliance with global privacy regulations, including GDPR, CCPA, LGPD, and emerging AI and biometric laws. 

• Draft and negotiate product-related legal terms, including user agreements, terms of service, and privacy notices. 

• Partner with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate legal risks in product features and technologies. 

Commercial Support: 

• Support the negotiation of commercial agreements, data processing agreements (DPAs), master service agreements (MSAs), and other vendor/customer contracts with privacy implications. 

• Collaborate with the commercial legal team to advise on privacy-related contract provisions and cross-border data transfers. 

Privacy Compliance: 

• Lead privacy impact assessments (PIAs) and advise on data minimization and security practices for new products and features. 

• Monitor changes in global privacy regulations and ensure compliance with evolving standards (e.g., EU AI Act, Illinois BIPA, UK Data Protection Act). 

• Develop and maintain privacy policies, cookie policies, and user-facing disclosures. 

Risk Management and Training: 

• Assist in developing and managing privacy-related policies and procedures to align with internal governance frameworks. 

• Provide training to internal teams on privacy, data protection, and compliance best practices. 

• Identify potential privacy risks and recommend practical solutions for mitigation. 

8 Aspects of our Culture:

• Values are what we value
• High performance
• Freedom & responsibility
• Context, not control
• Highly aligned, loosely coupled
• Continuous Feedback
• Pay Top of Market
• Promotions & Development
• Learn more about Life at Incode!

Benefits & Perks:

• Meaningful Equity
• Flexible Working Hours & Workplace
• Open Vacation Policy
• Wellness Program
• International Travel Opportunities
• Additional benefits package according to location (401k, medical insurance, etc.)

Equal Opportunities:

Incode is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We take great pride in having an inclusive, diverse, and global team and are always looking for talented and passionate people from all backgrounds and walks of life.

Applicant Data Privacy:

We will only use your personal information concerning Incode’s application, recruitment, and hiring processes.