Paralegal, Technology, Operations and Data Privacy ...

Location: Hoboken, NJ (Hybrid) Our mission is to unlock human potential. We welcome you for who you are, the background you bring, and we embrace individuals who get excited about learning. Bring your experiences, your perspectives, and your passion; it's in our differences that we empower the way the world learns. About the Role: Wiley is looking for a seasoned technology and operations transactional, and privacy/data security regulatory, Paralegal. As a Paralegal with Wiley, you will report directly to the Vice President, Technology, Operations and Data Privacy Legal and provide matrix support to Wiley's Senior Counsel, Global Privacy & Security. In this role, you will assist the Technology, Operations and Data Privacy Legal teams in their transactional and regulatory support of Wiley businesses and functional partners, with a global scope in over 30 countries, to ensure consistency with Wiley's legal standards, mitigate legal risk and realize on operational efficiencies. How you will make an impact: • Subject Matter Resource - Serve as an additional Legal contact/resource for Business, Technology, Operations, and Information Security teams' questions, escalations, initiatives and projects as needed, including participating in cross functional working groups and other committees Labor and Employment Law Support • Transactional/Contract Specialist - Review escalated Operations (e.g., procurement; real estate/facilities) and customer/partner contracts (Master Services Agreements, Statements of Work, Data Processing Agreements, etc.), including matters related to intellectual property, confidentiality and data use/protection, privacy, cybersecurity, warranties, compliance, liability and indemnification • Documentation and Training - Assist in maintaining Wiley's Technology, Operations and Data Privacy Legal Team template databases, intranet sites, playbooks, formal legal guidance, FAQ's, policies, procedures, standards, and other legal resources, including Wiley's Legal cybersecurity incident response framework, data retention policies, AI policies, and vendor risk management standards, and assist in training colleagues as needed • Regulatory Compliance - Create/maintain database and charts of global privacy, cybersecurity, and technology-related laws • Team Operations - Maintain email inbox for Technology, Operations and Data Privacy/Protection Legal requests and escalations, and establish efficient Legal team member routing processes and procedures to help respond to colleague requests timely and efficiently What we look for: Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certification preferred or equivalent experience. Strong understanding of global privacy and data protection laws and regulations Prior experience with negotiating standard terms and conditions and revising contracts in procurement, real estate, or technology. Excellent time management skills and able to manage numerous projects simultaneously. Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to communicate confidentially across all levels. Strong organization skills with attention to detail Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with ability to manipulate documents and manage version control with counterparties. Ability to compare documents with designated software solutions. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines efficiently. Solves a range of straightforward problems. Uses judgment and past experiences to address challenges and make informed decisions. Ability to perform ongoing legal and administrative tasks independently and with minimal direction. About Wiley: Wiley is a trusted leader in research and learning, our pioneering solutions and services are paving the way for knowledge seekers as they work to solve the world's most important challenges. We are advocates of advancement, empowering knowledge-seekers to transform today's biggest obstacles into tomorrow's brightest opportunities. With over 200 years of experience in publishing, we continue to evolve knowledge seekers' steps into strides, illuminating their path forward to personal, educational, and professional success at every stage. Around the globe, we break down barriers for innovators, empowering them to advance discoveries in their fields, adapt their workforces, and shape minds. Wiley is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We evaluate all qualified applicants and treat all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Wiley is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact for assistance. We are proud that our workplace promotes continual learning and internal mobility. Our values support courageous teammates, needle movers and learning champions all while striving to support the health and well-being of all employees, for example we offer meeting-free Friday afternoons allowing more time for heads down work and professional development. We are committed to fair, transparent pay, and we strive to provide competitive compensation in addition to a comprehensive benefits package. The range below represents Wiley's good faith and reasonable estimate of the base pay for this role at the time of posting roles either in the UK, Canada or USA. It is anticipated that most qualified candidates will fall within the range, however the ultimate salary offered for this role may be higher or lower and will be set based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, skills, and competencies. Wiley proactively displays target base pay range for UK, Canada and USA based roles. #LI-KW1

Created: 2024-11-05