AMC Networks is hiring : Counsel - Privacy and Advertising in New York

Job Description

AMC Networks is home to many of the greatest stories and characters in TV and film and the premier destination for passionate and engaged fan communities around the world.

We create and curate celebrated series and films across distinct brands and make them available to audiences everywhere. Our portfolio includes targeted streaming services AMC , Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, ALLBLK and HIDIVE; cable networks AMC, BBC AMERICA, IFC, Sundance TV and WE tv; and film distribution labels IFC Films and RLJE Films. The company also operates AMC Studios, our in-house studio, production, and distribution operation behind acclaimed and fan-favorite originals including The Walking Dead Universe and the Anne Rice Immortal Universe, and AMC Networks International, our international programming business.

We are currently seeking a Counsel - Privacy and Advertising to join our Corporate Securities & Compliance team based in our New York, New York headquarters

JOB SUMMARY

The primary purpose of the role is to support the Company's compliance with data privacy and consumer protection laws, and its digital advertising partnerships; and assist with other corporate-related matters, governance, and initiatives. Reporting to the Senior Counsel, Compliance and Privacy, this position will focus on implementing and maintaining data privacy compliance initiatives as we continue to build and strengthen our data privacy framework and drafting and negotiating contractual agreements governing personal data and digital advertising.

JOB RESPONSIBLITIES

• Review, negotiate, advise and draft, as needed, data protection agreements, including all contracts involving the collection of data, terms of service, membership agreements, vendor agreements, and other contracts and communications
• Provide privacy legal advice across businesses in relation to digital media and advertising contracts and emerging technology and business-related issues
• Support the day-to-day management of the Company's data compliance programs in domestic and international markets, including maintaining and implementing new practices / policies to comply with personal data privacy and protection regulations
• Liaise with U.S. and International lawyers as issues arise and / or if new data laws are created, including working with the EU Data Protection Officer to oversee and monitor ongoing privacy and data protection compliance activities
• Manage rights request (DSAR) workflow for customers globally
• Conduct data discovery and advance AMC's data mapping initiatives across the globe to manage and ascertain its dataflows
• Collaborate with marketing, advertising, research, and technology teams to assess and maintain currency of consent management across distribution platforms
• Educate the business on privacy and data protection developments and conduct relevant and applicable trainings
• Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, research, business intelligence, and advertising to implement and apply a consistent data strategy
• Conduct data privacy risk assessments and develop work plans to address identified risks
• Provide legal support to technology team for PCI compliance and vendor risk assessments
• Maintain working knowledge of applicable, forthcoming, and proposed data privacy laws in relevant jurisdictions where AMC operates as applied to the Company's business operations
• Negotiate and draft agreements supporting AMC's digital advertising business as a publisher, including insertion orders, terms and conditions, and master service agreements with SSPs, DSPs, ad exchanges, advertisers, agencies, holding companies, and suppliers of ad products and services
• Manage applicable contractual agreements and licenses with advertising analytics and attribution partners
• Monitor and analyze development of regulations and industry standards and advise on data privacy and other regulatory issues in the context of digital advertising
• Collaborate with AMC business stakeholders, including ad sales, ad ops, distribution, and marketing teams
• Develop and implement scalable processes to support flexibility and nimbleness of the advertising teams
• Work with marketing and product teams to ensure promotional offers, signup flows, and subscription renewals follow applicable federal and state laws
• Support customer service team to address legal issues arising from consumer inquiries
• Provide legal support to Research group on review of agreements, as needed
• Assist with other legal corporate projects and tasks as requested

QUALIFICATIONS (Required & Preferred)

The base compensation range for this position is $150,000 to $160,000 commensurate with experience. AMC Networks additionally offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Services, among other benefit plan options, subject to eligibility requirements. AMC Networks values the benefits achieved through in-office collaboration, but we provide our employees with the flexibility to work from home one day per week.

The Company is committed to policy of nondiscrimination in its employment and personnel practices. Applicants are considered for all employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, religion, alienage, citizenship, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, genetic predisposition or carrier status, age, marital status, familial status, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking or sexual assault, sexual orientation, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Salary : $150,000 - $160,000