Senior Policy Counsel

Senior Policy Counsel

General Overview: 

FPF is seeking a Senior Policy Counsel to advance our mission to support principled data practices. Key responsibilities for the position will include: working with the FPF team and leadership to define and execute a strategic vision for FPF’s work on data protection issues that are relevant to companies, individuals, and policymakers; undertaking independent research, analysis, and writing on emerging legal and policy issues related to privacy and technology; leading outreach and collaboration with FPF stakeholders, interest groups, civil society organizations, relevant government agencies, academics, and other key partners; and organizing events and meetings with stakeholders, both in person and virtual. Preference for candidates with experience in one of the following subject matter areas: mobility and location data, youth privacy, or cybersecurity. This is a full-time position with a strong preference for a candidate located in Washington, D.C. 

Key responsibilities for this role include:

• Strategic planning for FPF’s organizational objectives; 
• Conducting legal and policy analysis and development of recommendations related to emerging issues and regulatory considerations concerning data protection;
• Research and writing on emerging issues related to privacy and technology, including drafting regulatory filings, white papers, and legislative analyses;
• Leading outreach, engagement, and collaboration with FPF communities and stakeholders, which may include relevant companies, government agencies, academics, and other key partners. This will encompass leadership of a relevant FPF working group, which includes the publication of regular member-only newsletters and virtual meetings;
• Effective communication of key ideas and responses to new and emerging developments through blog posts, media interviews, and representation at public panel presentations and events;
• In coordination with FPF’s operations professionals, organization of events and meetings with stakeholders, both in person and virtual.

Required Qualifications:

• J.D. or Masters degree in a related field, or equivalent experience
• 4-7 years of experience in relevant legal, policy, or technical positions
• Familiarity with relevant U.S. and European privacy laws and regulations
• Excellent verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to communicate key ideas in writing with relevant stakeholders, including tailoring materials to the appropriate audience
• Interest in emerging trends in technology and implications for users and society
• Ability to independently create project plans and drive work forward
• Demonstrated project planning, research, and organizational skills

Salary Range: $110,000-$135,000

FPF knows that having a diverse workforce is essential to our work. We do not discriminate against any candidate based on their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or age. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation in the recruitment process, please reach out to HR@fpf.org. We also do not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools in our hiring process. 

To apply please submit a cover letter, writing sample, and resume in PDF format in an application through the FPF Career Center.