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Associate General Counsel, Privacy Compliance

CloudflareHybridLegal, Policy, Trust & Safety
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Job type
Full-time
Posted
21 Aug 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

The Associate General Counsel, Privacy Compliance role at Cloudflare is a legal position based in London, UK, focused on navigating complex data protection laws and managing the company privacy office. This opportunity suits an experienced, proactive privacy attorney with a background in global technology companies and law firms who wants to shape the future of internet privacy.

Role Overview

Cloudflare is looking for an experienced attorney to help steer through the challenges of processing personal data across diverse regulatory landscapes. This position involves overseeing the Office of the Data Protection Officer to maintain existing privacy programs and ensure adherence to international laws like the GDPR. The professional in this role will also manage compliance elements for responsible artificial intelligence, including the EU AI Act, while working directly alongside the Data and Privacy Operations team.

Key Responsibilities

Act as the primary subject matter expert on emerging AI and data protection regulations within the EMEA region, particularly where Cloudflare maintains offices in the EU, UK, Switzerland, and UAE.
Understand and provide counsel on global cross-border data transfer requirements.
Collaborate with product legal teams to embed privacy by design policies into operations.
Direct the Data and Privacy Operations team on handling data subject requests, impact assessments for privacy and AI, and records of processing activities.
Guide vendor reviews, support commercial contract negotiations regarding data processing addendums, and handle privacy due diligence for corporate M&A transactions.
Advise cross-functional teams on incident handling protocols and legal obligations connected to security and privacy incidents.
Design playbooks and FAQ libraries to deliver clear guidance on privacy, data governance, and responsible AI to various internal teams.

Requirements

Possess an LLB, JD, or equivalent legal degree with strong academic credentials, and hold admission to practice law in a jurisdiction where Cloudflare operates, or be a U.S. or UK-qualified lawyer.
Bring 10 or more years of relevant legal experience advising global corporations on international privacy and data protection matters, ideally featuring in-house technology sector experience alongside work at a prominent law firm.
Demonstrate expert knowledge of EMEA-region AI, privacy, and data protection regulations.
Act as a solution-oriented business and legal counselor with a growth mindset and strong communication skills.
Exhibit flexibility, empathy, and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse global stakeholders under tight deadlines.
Possess a talent for drafting clear, precise, and digestible documents for non-lawyers.

Nice to Have

A technical background or deep passion for technology is highly desired, even though a science or technical degree is not mandatory.

Skills and Tools

GDPR and global data protection law compliance
EMEA AI and privacy regulations expertise
Cross-border data transfer advisory
Privacy by design principles
Data processing addendum negotiations
Incident response and data governance guidance

About the Company

Cloudflare operates a large-scale global network that protects and accelerates millions of internet applications, ranging from individual blogs to Fortune 500 enterprises, without adding hardware or software. The company is dedicated to building a better internet and supports public good initiatives like Project Galileo, the Athenian Project, and the 1.1.1.1 public DNS resolver. Cloudflare values curiosity, iteration, and leveraging artificial intelligence to solve tough problems while maintaining a culture of inclusivity and equal opportunity employment.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official Cloudflare careers page to submit their application for this London-based opportunity.

Questions candidates ask

Where is this job located?

This position is based in London, United Kingdom.

How many years of experience are required?

Candidates must have 10+ years of relevant legal experience counseling a global company on international privacy and data protection issues.

What qualifications are needed for the legal background?

Applicants need an LLB, JD, or equivalent degree with strong academic credentials and must be admitted to practice law in a jurisdiction where Cloudflare has an office, or be a U.S. or UK-qualified lawyer.

What specific regulatory frameworks will this role focus on?

The role focuses on EMEA-region AI, privacy, and data protection laws, including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the EU AI Act.

Who does this position report to?

This position reports directly to Cloudflare’s Chief Privacy Officer.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Cloudflare careers page.

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