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THE ROLE

The Counsel is an attorney position under the supervision of a Senior Managing Counsel in MFS's Legal Department that monitors and advises on global privacy and data protection laws and collaborates with MFS' Privacy Officer to ensure MFS compliance with applicable laws. The Counsel also collaborates with other attorneys to advise on cybersecurity and data governance issues more broadly.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Under the direction of a Senior Managing Counsel, act as MFS's primary legal support on issues of privacy and data protection, which requires monitoring and advising on existing and proposed laws and regulations, and collaborating with peers to ensure development of required policies, procedures, and processes. This role is global in nature and coordinates with regional attorneys outside of the U.S. to ensure that MFS' privacy and data protection program is designed to comply with rules across the world.
• In collaboration with MFS's Compliance team, review and enhance MFS's existing privacy program, including privacy impact assessments, internal and external notices, and breach notification processes.
• Work closely with MFS's contracts team to review, revise, and negotiate vendor and client agreements as it relates to data protection provisions.
• Work with Legal and cross-functional colleagues, including MFS' Chief Information Security Officer and her team, to support MFS's cybersecurity and data governance programs.
• Work closely with and manage outside counsel as it relates to privacy matters.
• Other duties as needed based on department and/or organizational needs.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor's Degree and Juris Doctorate Degree required.
• 6-8+ years of post-bar work experience, ideally at a law firm or investment management, financial services or industry-related firm.
• Experience monitoring and advising on privacy and data protection laws. Some familiarity with cybersecurity laws and regulations preferred but not required.
• Must be a member in good standing of the Bar and maintain good standing for all necessary license(s) and/or professional qualifications.

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At MFS, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply - you might be just the right candidate for this role or others.

• Generous time-off provided: including "Responsible time off" for many roles, paid company holidays when the US Stock Exchange is closed, plus paid volunteer time
• Family Focus: Up to 20 weeks of paid leave for new parents, back-up care program, dependent care flexible spending account, adoption assistance, generous caregiver leave
• Health and Welfare: Competitive medical, vision and dental plans, plus tax-free health savings accounts with company contributions
• Wellness Programs: Robust wellness webinars, employee assistance program, gym reimbursement through our medical plans, fitness center discounts and more
• Life & Disability Benefits: Company-paid basic life insurance and short-term disability
• Financial Benefits: 401(k) savings plan, Defined Contribution plan- 15% of base salary invested into the Plan, competitive total compensation programs

MFS is a hybrid work environment (remote/onsite) unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

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