Join the World's Top Legal Talent Network

Company Description

At Fannie Mae, futures are made. The inspiring work we do helps make a home a possibility for millions of homeowners and renters. Every day offers compelling opportunities to impact the future of the housing industry while being part of an inclusive team thriving in an energizing, flexible environment. Here, you will grow your career and help create access to fair, affordable housing finance.

Job Description

As a valued contributor to our team, you will manage and consult with team members and management to provide core legal counsel and services to the business, as well as utilize your legal training and experience to guide the Company's business. In this role, you will be advising the Company on a variety of complex legal matters and projects related to privacy and cybersecurity. You will provide legal counsel to management regarding corporate initiatives, and/or legal concerns to assess legal risks to the Company and propose plans of action to address or minimize those risks.

THE IMPACT YOU WILL MAKE

Responsibilities

The Deputy General Counsel - Senior Director Enterprise Legal will offer you the flexibility to make each day your own, while working alongside people who care so that you can deliver on the following responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice and strategic expertise to the Enterprise’s business teams regarding data privacy, cybersecurity, and transactions.
• Serve as trusted advisor to the Vice President, Deputy General Counsel Data, Technology, & Transactions, and business partners throughout the organization.
• Stay current on changes and developments in privacy, cybersecurity, and emerging technology (including AI/ML) laws, regulations, standards, and guidance related to their use.
• Advise and assist in negotiating agreements related to technology products and services, privacy, data protection, and cybersecurity.
• Contribute to policy and advocacy efforts including policy, standard and procedure reviews.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing team of legal professionals.

Qualifications

THE EXPERIENCE YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

Minimum Required Experience

• 8 years of relevant legal experience, ideally working in a corporation’s legal department and/or at a reputable law firm.
• Thorough understanding of and working experience with legal and regulatory requirements relating to privacy, cybersecurity, transactions, and emerging technology relevant to the financial services industry.
• Demonstrated experience in providing legal support and strategic advice to senior-level management.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively across various levels and business functions.
• A track record of leading, mentoring, and developing strong legal teams and growing talent.
• Manage outside counsel effectively.
• Juris Doctorate from an ABA-approved law school and active member of the Bar.

Desired Experience

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal, organizational, influencing, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent presentation and advocacy skills with the ability to summarize and simplify complex topics and provide clear options.
• Ability to collaborate, persuade, and coordinate with multiple parties (internal and external).
• Experience with incident preparedness, management, and response.
• International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) or information security certification (e.g., GISF, GSEC, GLEG) preferred.
• Experience with information security standards, frameworks (e.g., SOC, NIST, ISO).

Additional Information

Enterprise Legal - Deputy General Counsel - Senior Director/ REF13331T

The future is what you make it to be. Discover compelling opportunities at Fanniemae.com/careers.

Fannie Mae is primarily a hybrid company. We embrace flexibility for our employees while providing office space for in-person work and collaboration. This role is classified as remote. If you speak with a Recruiter, they will provide you with more information about the definition of this classification.

Fannie Mae is an Equal Opportunity Employer, which means we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, personal appearance, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation in the application process, email us at careers_mailbox@fanniemae.com.

The hiring range for this role is set forth on each of our job postings located on Fannie Mae's Career Site. Final salaries will generally vary within that range based on factors that include but are not limited to, skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and other relevant qualifications. This position is eligible to participate in a Fannie Mae incentive program (subject to the terms of the program). As part of our comprehensive benefits package, Fannie Mae offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle, and other benefits and perks that enhance an employee’s physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. See more here.