Safelite

Corporate Counsel

Safelite  •  United States (Onsite)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

Does this position interest you? You should apply even if you don’t match every single requirement! We're known as an auto glass company. That's the focus of what we do. But beyond the glass, we're so much more. We'll help you build a fulfilling career and encourage you to have a life. Let us be the best place you'll ever work.

Does this position interest you? You should apply – even if you don’t match every single requirement! We're known as an auto glass company. That's the focus of what we do. But beyond the glass, we're so much more. We'll help you build a fulfilling career and encourage you to have a life. Let us be the best place you'll ever work.

A Brief Overview

The Corporate CounselofTechnologyreports directly to the Assistant General CounselofSecurity, Technology, AI, Customer Experience and Knowledge(AGC ofSTACK), and serves asa hands-on, business-oriented attorney who primarily supports technology/commercial contracting (~40%), with emphasis on buy-side procurement and butalsoincludes client-facing (B2B) security & privacy negotiations, and provides privacy,AI governance,customer experienceand brandcounseling (~60%). The role executes day-to-day matters, improves repeatable processes, andmaintainsexcellent judgment on when toescalate novel,high-risk,complexor high visibilityissues to the AGCacross all practice areas

The leader in this roleis a hands-onandpragmatic attorney who serves as a legaland businesspartnertoprocurement, technology, security, product, and customer experience teams. This attorney is expected to manage a steady volume of matters independently using established templates and playbooks, apply strong issue-spotting and business judgmentskills, and translate legal requirements into clear, actionable guidance. In partnership with the AGC of STACK, the Corporate Counsel willanticipateemerging risksthrough regulatory sensing,collect information and draft guidanceguideto supportstrategic decisionmaking, andadoptbest practicesto further enhanceSafelite’sexistingprivacy and AI governanceframeworks.


What You Will Do

  • Security Incident Response: Support the legal workstream during security incidents by gathering facts, preserving documentation, tracking timelines, and assisting with drafts. Supporting planning of incident-response exercises (materials, minutes, after action items) and track follow-ups with stakeholders.

  • Security Contracts: Review and negotiate sell-side security provisions, addendums, exhibits with insurance clients (B2B).

  • Technology Negotiation: Independently review, redline, and negotiate a broad range of buy-side agreements, including SaaS/, software licenses, MSAs, professional services, NDAs, and other IT vendor contracts.

  • Technology Contract Operations: Support improvements to Safelite’s contracting processes (intake, playbooks, self-service tools, repository hygiene) to reduce cycle time and improve consistency.

  • Technology Privacy: Support day-to-day privacy program tasks such as maintaining processing records, helping complete DPIAs, documenting mitigations, and supporting privacy-by-design reviews in projects under established guidance. Assist with DSAR process (intake, tracking, coordination with stakeholders, drafting support, evidence management). Help develop short, practical guidance and trainings to embed privacy expectations into business workflows.

  • AI Contracts: Support contracting for AI tools/services by addressing common risk areas: data inputs/outputs, training restrictions, confidentiality, security controls, audit, IP/output ownership/usage.

  • AI Governance: Contribute to AI governance operations by helping maintain an inventory of AI tools/use cases, supporting risk reviews, and assisting with internal user guidance on risk mitigation.

  • Customer Experience: Review digital flows, notices, and disclosures for clarity and legal risk; recommend pragmatic edits to reduce consumer-protection exposure while supporting a consistent customer experience. Support review of cookies/pixels and consent UX (opt‑in/opt‑out mechanisms, preference signals) by applying established privacy guidance.

  • Brand: Review marketing materials, promotions, endorsements/influencer arrangements, and required disclosures and flagging substantiation issues.

  • Intellectual Property: Provide practical support on IP issues in vendor contracts and CX/marketing materials: copyright ownership/licensing questions, basic trademark usage/clearance spotting.

  • Regulatory Monitoring: Track and summarize developments impacting tech contracting, privacy, security, AI, and marketing/CX compliance; help update internal guidance accordingly.

  • Performs other duties as assigned

  • Complies with all policies and standards

  • Applies a risk based practical approach to partner with clients

  • Thrives in a high paced environment with multiple competing demands

What You Will Need

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from a top tier accredited law school

  • Admission to practice in relevant jurisdiction(s), preferably Ohio

  • 4-6 years of in house corporate and/or law firm experience with meaningful focus on technology contracting, including SaaS/cloud, MSAs/SOWs, and vendor procurement agreements

  • Working knowledge of privacy and security issues that arise in contracts (DPAs, incident terms, vendor diligence), familiarity with state privacy law regulatory structures and compliance requirements, ability to support operational privacy workflows (DSAR/DPIA support)

  • Familiarity with marketing/CX review topics (disclosures, endorsements, advertising claims, consent UX) strongly preferred

  • IP experience (trademark/copyright/patent) prosecution, licensing and portfolio management is a plus but not required

  • Exceptional judgment, discretion, and integrity, with the ability to navigate high‑risk issues and communicate clearly with senior attorneys and business leaders.

  • Ability to spot and triage issues across multiple practice areas (privacy, IP, AI, SMS consent, consumer disclosures) in contracts and customer-facing materials and to collaborate with specialists when needed.

  • Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills, including the ability to translate complex legal concepts into actionable and practical guidance.

  • Ability to anticipate emerging regulatory or enforcement risks and proactively design mitigation strategies.

  • Demonstrated process/operations mindset, e.g., building playbooks, clause libraries, fallback positions, intake forms, metrics, and self-service resources),to improve cycle time and consistency.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and high‑stakes matters with a solutions‑oriented mindset.

Expected Work Location (In Office) It is expected that you will primarily perform work at the Safelite Home Office (7400 Safelite Way, Columbus, OH 43235). You are required to work in the office at least 4 days a week. Changes to work location arrangements are subject to managerial approval and business needs. #LI-Onsite #LI-JR2

Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.

Safelite

About Safelite

We’re the auto glass experts. Since 1947, we’ve helped people get back to driving safely. They count on us to repair and replace their glass and recalibrate their vehicle’s advanced safety systems — and that’s something we don’t take lightly.

But we’re more than just a glass company. Our teams go above and beyond, pushing the limits to innovate new ways to bring unexpected happiness to people every day. We empower our associates with the support they need to make a difference, deliver memorable service, and do the right thing. Because we know our people make our purpose possible. It’s this philosophy that drives our culture.

Come join us. We want to be the best place you’ll ever work. Apply today at safelitecareers.com.

Industry
Automotive & Mobility
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Columbus, OH
Year Founded
1947
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