Data Technology Counsel

Bottomline
Portsmouth, NH
On-site

Who this role is best for

Aimed at mid-to-senior level legal professionals with expertise in data privacy and technology contracts who thrive in collaborative, regulatory-compliant environments.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 5+ years of experience in data privacy and technology law and a proven ability to negotiate complex contracts
    — “Minimum of 5 years of experience in, with a deep understanding of, federal and state privacy, technology and data protection laws”
  • Individuals comfortable with cross-functional collaboration and escalation in a regulated industry
    — “Working closely with the Company’s Fraud & Compliance and Digital Banking business units, providing practical contractual guidance, escalating where necessary”

Things to consider

  • Minimum in-office presence is required in Portsmouth, NH, despite potential flexibility in work arrangements
    — “This role will require minimum attendance at Bottomline’s Portsmouth offices in accordance with company policy”
  • The role involves navigating evolving data regulations, which may require ongoing education and adaptation
    — “navigate complex data technology and usage regulations and safeguard Bottomline’s interests in a constantly evolving technology landscape”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with GDPR, CCPA, and HIPAA compliance in legal roles focused on data contracts
    — “deep understanding of federal and state privacy, technology and data protection laws, regulations, compliance, and applicable rules”
  • Demonstrate ability to work with cross-functional teams like Fraud & Compliance and Digital Banking
    — “Working closely with the Company’s Fraud & Compliance and Digital Banking business units”
  • Showcase negotiation experience with sophisticated entities in technology and data licensing agreements
    — “Review, draft, and negotiate license, SaaS, service and resale contracts with sophisticated corporate entities”
  • Emphasize proactive monitoring of regulatory changes and providing updates to stakeholders
    — “Monitor changes in privacy and data regulations to provide proactive updates on potential impacts”
  • Demonstrate expertise in aligning legal strategies with corporate goals and risk mitigation frameworks
    — “provide expert legal advice on a wide range of transactions, and topics and ensure compliance with regulatory standards and laws”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Company

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What success looks like

  • review and negotiate technology contracts
  • provide legal advice on privacy and data regulations
  • monitor changes in privacy and data regulations
Typical background
legalcompliance

Skills & requirements

Required

Contract ReviewNegotiationComplianceData ProtectionLegal Advice

Preferred

GDPRGBLACpra/ccpaHIPAA

Stack & domain

Legal AdviceContract ReviewNegotiationComplianceRegulatory StandardsPrivacy LawsData Protection LawsGDPRGBLACpra/ccpaHIPAAFraud & ComplianceDigital BankingMonitoring Changes In RegulationsProactive UpdatesLegal IssuesRiskFinanceBusinessCommunicationTeamworkProblem-solvingAttention To DetailProject ManagementTechnologyData Protection

About the role

Original posting from Bottomline via Greenhouse

Why Choose Bottomline?

Are you ready to transform the way businesses pay and get paid? Bottomline is a global leader in business payments and cash management, with over 35 years of experience and moving more than $16 trillion in payments annually. We're looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help drive impactful results for our customers. If you're dedicated to delighting customers and promoting growth and innovation - we want you on our team!

About Us:  

Bottomline is at the forefront of digital transformation. We are a growing global market leader uniquely equipped to address the changing needs of how businesses pay and get paid. Our culture of working with and for each other enables us to delight our customers. We empower our teams to think like owners driving customer delight, helping them grow their business and win in their markets.  

Position Summary:  

This role is for a Data Technology Counsel that will be required to review and negotiate technology contracts between Bottomline and its customers in a fast-paced environment with the goal of internal stakeholder collaboration, risk mitigation, internal policy compliance, and corporate goals and objectives.  They provide expert legal advice on a wide range of transactions, and topics and ensure compliance with regulatory standards and laws. They will navigate complex data technology and usage regulations and safeguard Bottomline’s interests in a constantly evolving technology landscape. This role will require minimum attendance at Bottomline’s Portsmouth offices in accordance with company policy. 

Education and Experience: 

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school. 
  • Membership in good standing with a state bar association. 
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in, with a deep understanding of, federal and state privacy, technology and data protection laws, regulations, compliance, and applicable rules (e.g., GDPR, GBLA, CPRA/CCPA, HIPAA, etc.). 
  • Proven track record in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements with sophisticated entities. 
  • Excellent negotiation and communication skills. 
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and deadlines. 

Responsibilities: 

  • Review, draft, and negotiate license, SaaS, service and resale contracts with sophisticated corporate entities. 
  • Working closely with the Company’s Fraud & Compliance and Digital Banking business units, providing practical contractual guidance, escalating where necessary; 
  • Offer legal advice on privacy and data regulations, compliance, and governance. 
  • Monitor changes in privacy and data regulations to provide proactive updates on potential impacts. 
  • Collaborate with compliance, risk, finance and business teams on legal issues. 

EEOC Statement:  

Bottomline is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, and we strive to delight our customers with a team of highly motivated and talented people that represent a diverse set of identities and backgrounds.

We welcome talent at all career stages and are dedicated to understanding and supporting additional needs. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive and open environment for everyone.

Source: Bottomline careers (Greenhouse)

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