Associate Counsel, Data Privacy

For over four decades, PAR Technology Corporation (NYSE: PAR) has been a leader in restaurant technology, empowering brands worldwide to create lasting connections with their guests. Our innovative solutions and commitment to excellence provide comprehensive software and hardware that enable seamless experiences and drive growth for over 100,000 restaurants in more than 110 countries. Embracing our "Better Together" ethos, we offer Unified Customer Experience solutions, combining point-of-sale, digital ordering, loyalty and back-office software solutions as well as industry-leading hardware and drive-thru offerings. To learn more, visit partech.com or connect with us on LinkedIn, X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, and Instagram.

Position Description

We are seeking an Associate Counsel to join the PAR Legal Team. This role is ideal for a legal professional with 5 years of experience in data security, privacy, and commercial contracts, gained in both law firm and in-house/corporate settings. The Associate Counsel will play a key role in negotiating technology agreements, ensuring compliance with data privacy laws, and supporting cross-functional teams.

Position Location:

Remote USA (EST or CST Time-zones), Hybrid, or On-site (New Hartford, New York)

Reports To

Chief Legal Officer

Requirements

What We’re Looking For:

• JD degree from an accredited law school and active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 5 years of experience in a law firm and in-house legal role, with a focus on data privacy, security, and commercial contracts.
• Knowledge of data protection laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA/CPRA) and experience advising on privacy compliance matters.
• Strong contract negotiation, drafting, and risk assessment skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with internal stakeholders.
  
  

Additional Skills

• Experience supporting technology, SaaS, or retail industries is a plus but not required.
  
  

Unleash your potential: What you will be doing and owning:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including SaaS agreements, software licenses, professional services agreements, and vendor contracts.
• Support data privacy and security compliance programs, including maintaining and updating internal policies and procedures.
• Advise internal teams—including product, engineering, sales, and human resources—on compliance with data privacy and security regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA/CPRA).
• Conduct legal research and risk assessments related to data protection, cybersecurity, and technology transactions.
• Collaborate with business teams to develop practical legal solutions that support the company’s strategic objectives.
• Stay updated on emerging regulations in data privacy, security, and technology transactions.
  
  

Interview Process

• Interview #1: Phone Screen with Talent Acquisition Team
• Interview #2: Video interview with the Hiring Manager (via MS Teams)
• Interview #3: Video interview with the Team (via MS Teams)
  
  

PAR is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. We also provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, or for your role at PAR, please contact accommodations@partech.com. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, please visit the US Department of Labor's website.

Compensation Range: $180K - $220K