Legal Director, Data Protection & Privacy
Company: Arrow Electronics, Inc.
Location: Alpharetta
Posted on: February 21, 2026
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Job Description:
Position: Legal Director, Data Protection & Privacy Job
Description: Arrow Electronics is a global provider of products,
services, and solutions to industrial and commercial users of
electronic components and enterprise computing solutions. Arrow
Electronics guides innovation forward for over 220,000 leading
technology manufacturers and service providers. With 2024 sales of
$27.9 billion, Arrow develops technology solutions that improve
business and daily life. The company maintains 228 locations
worldwide with over 85 countries served. A Fortune 154 company with
21,500 employees worldwide, Arrow brings technology solutions to a
breadth of markets, including telecommunications, information
systems, transportation, medical, industrial, and consumer
electronics. Arrow provides specialized services and expertise
across the entire product lifecycle. Arrow does this by connecting
customers to the right technology at the right place, time, and
price. Arrow provides extraordinary value to customers and
suppliers - the best technology companies in the world - and
connects them through the company's industry-leading services. We
are seeking a seasoned and strategic Director, Data Protection &
Privacy Counsel to lead our global legal functions for Data
Protection, AI, Privacy and Cybersecurity. This role will be
instrumental in shaping and executing our data protection strategy,
ensuring compliance with evolving AI, data protection and global
privacy laws, and enabling innovation across our products and
services. You will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership
and collaborate cross-functionally with product, engineering,
security, and compliance teams. What You'll Be Doing: Lead the
development, implementation, and oversight of the company’s global
privacy and data governance programing. Provide expert legal advice
on privacy, data protection, AI, cybersecurity, and emerging
technologies. Serve as company Data Protection Officer in requisite
jurisdictions as needed. Monitor and interpret global privacy laws
(e.g., GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, PIPL, HIPAA, ePrivacy Directive) and advise
on business impact. Draft, negotiate, and maintain data protection
agreements, privacy terms, and contractual provisions. Guide
privacy-by-design and data governance principles across product
development and business operations. Oversee privacy impact
assessments (PIAs), data protection impact assessments (DPIAs), and
incident response protocols. Key member of cyber incident response
team. Develop and deliver privacy training and awareness programs
for internal stakeholders. Represent the company in regulatory
matters, audits, and external counsel engagements. Collaborate with
compliance, security, and risk teams to align privacy practices
with business goals. Lead and mentor a team of privacy
professionals and legal staff. What We Are Looking For J.D. from an
accredited law school and active membership in at least one U.S.
state bar (CO bar or ability for reciprocity preferred). 7-10 years
of legal experience, including in-house and/or law firm roles
focused on privacy and data protection. CIPP/E, CIPP/US, CIPM, or
similar certification required. Deep knowledge of European and U.S.
and other international privacy laws and frameworks. Experience
advising on privacy issues in SaaS or consumer tech industries.
Strong contract negotiation and drafting skills. Demonstrated
ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage complex
legal issues. Excellent judgment, communication skills, and
business acumen. Ability to work independently and collaboratively
in a fast-paced environment. Work Arrangement: Hybrid: 3 days in
office/2 days work from home What’s In It For You : At Arrow, we
recognize that financial rewards and great benefits are important
aspects of an ideal job. That’s why we offer competitive financial
compensation, including various compensation plans and a solid
benefits package. Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance 401k, With
Matching Contributions Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)/Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
Options Paid Time Off (including sick, holiday, vacation, etc.)
Tuition Reimbursement Growth Opportunities And more! LI-Hybrid
LI-DR1 Annual Hiring Range/Hourly Rate: $163,800.00 - $249,999.75
Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary from posted hiring
range based upon geographic location, work experience, education,
and/or skill level. The pay ratio between base pay and target
incentive (if applicable) will be finalized at offer. Location:
US-CO-Denver, Colorado (Panorama Arrow Building) Time Type: Full
time Job Category: Legal EEO Statement: Arrow is an equal
opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for
employment without attention to race, color, religion, gender, age,
sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or
disability status. (Arrow EEO/AAP policy) We anticipate this
requisition will be open for a minimum of five days, though it may
be open for a longer period of time. We encourage your prompt
application. In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove
age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of
school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for
redacting or removing this information.
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