Privacy & Regulatory Counsel

Plaid

. Partner with cross-functional teams to analyze complex legal and regulatory issues, provide practical guidance, and support business initiatives in compliance with applicable laws and regulations .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $188,000 - $224,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in U.S. financial-services regulations, compliance program design, and risk assessment, while effectively communicating complex legal issues to diverse audiences. Proven ability to partner with cross-functional teams to implement regulatory guidance and support business initiatives.

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J.D. Or Equivalent Law Degree5+ Years Of Legal ExperienceStrong Knowledge Of U.S. Financial-Services RegulationsExperience With GLBA, FCRA, UDAAP, PIPEDA, GDPRExcellent Written And Verbal Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Regulatory ComplianceLegal AnalysisRisk AssessmentPolicy GovernanceRegulatory Change Management

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsAttention To DetailCollaborative ApproachProactive EngagementIssue-Spotting

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Membership In U.S. State Bar

Industry Keywords

Consumer ProtectionPrivacy RegulationsAI RegulationsRegulatory TrendsCompliance Program Design

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with cross-functional teams to analyze complex legal and regulatory issues, provide practical guidance, and support business initiatives in compliance with applicable laws and regulations
Monitor and analyze new or changing laws, regulations, supervisory guidance, enforcement activity, and industry developments
Translate regulatory developments into concise and practical guidance
Answer regulatory-compliance questions for Product, Governance, People, and other cross-functional teams
Maintain Plaid’s regulatory policies, positions, and analyses
Support the Policy team’s proactive engagement with policymakers, regulators, and government officials
Partner with Compliance, Security, and operational owners to assess risks and implement and operationalize relevant updates
Create training and enablement materials for cross-functional teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

J.D. or equivalent law degree
Active membership in at least one U.S. state bar, in good standing in the relevant jurisdiction
5+ years of legal experience providing solutions-oriented advice in a reputable law firm or in-house legal department
Strong knowledge of U.S. financial-services, consumer-protection, privacy, and AI / ADMT regulations
Experience with GLBA, FCRA, UDAAP, PIPEDA, GDPR, state privacy laws, and related regulatory frameworks
Experience monitoring and interpreting statutes, regulations, supervisory guidance, enforcement actions, and regulatory trends and providing actionable guidance to business partners
Familiarity with regulatory-change management, compliance-program design, policy governance, risk assessments, control implementation, and evidence of compliance
Strong legal judgment, analytical skills, issue-spotting, organization, and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex issues to non-lawyer audiences
A collaborative and proactive approach, with a willingness to share information early, engage the right partners, and drive clear follow-through
Comfort working through ambiguity and recommending risk-based options in a fast-moving environment
Experience supporting businesses operating in regulated industries is strongly preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Comprehensive benefit plan
Reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities