23 oct
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Tripledot Studios
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Barcelona
23 oct
Tripledot Studios
Barcelona
Privacy Counsel at Tripledot Studios T EU/UK/US qualified lawyer with minimum of 7+ years of applicable experience. Combination of law firm and in-house exposure viewed favorably. Experience with consumer-facing technology monetized with ads and in-app purchases; video game industry experience is a plus. Strong working knowledge of GDPR, UK GDPR, CCPA/CPRA and emerging US state privacy laws. Experience advising on mobile app privacy issues, including consent management, children's privacy (COPPA, age-appropriate design), advertising/analytics technologies, and cross-border data transfers. Experience conducting DPIAs, managing data subject requests, negotiating data processing agreements, and handling regulatory inquiries/enforcement actions. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in English. Proven ability to lead complex projects across multiple jurisdictions. A Career-Defining Move in Mobile Gaming Law The legal industry is witnessing a seismic shift as privacy and data protection become boardroom priorities across the globe. For senior lawyers with a passion for technology, the Privacy Counsel role at Tripledot Studios in Barcelona offers an extraordinary opportunity to step into the engine room of the mobile gaming world. it is a global powerhouse seeking a legal architect to build its privacy framework from the ground up. This is not a typical compliance role. The successful candidate will be entrusted with shaping the entire privacy and data protection practice of the in‐house legal team during a period of remarkable growth. For lawyers who thrive on responsibility, strategic influence, and cutting‐edge legal challenges, this position represents a rare blend of senior‐level accountability and entrepreneurial freedom. The role is based in Barcelona, a vibrant European tech hub,
yet it carries a truly global mandate—covering digital markets, platform providers, and data protection authorities across multiple jurisdictions. This ethos extends to their legal team, where the Privacy Counsel will not simply be a gatekeeper but a strategic partner driving the company's success. Why In-House Privacy Counsel Is One of the Most Demanding Legal Careers Right Now The days when privacy law was a niche practice are long gone. Today, every consumer‐facing digital product must navigate a labyrinth of regulations, from the EU's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) to the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA) and a patchwork of emerging state laws in the US. The mobile gaming sector sits at the intersection of these challenges: it involves vast amounts of personal data, children's privacy concerns, behavioral advertising, cross‐border data flows, and in‐app purchase ecosystems. You must balance legal compliance with commercial pragmatism, all while advising product teams on how to innovate without crossing regulatory lines. By embedding privacy‐by‐design into new products and features, the counsel will directly influence how millions of users interact with the company's games. That Will Define Your Day-to-Day The responsibilities outlined in the
job description
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offering a clear picture of what a modern privacy counsel actually does in a fast‐paced tech company: Building the integral privacy program: This goes beyond drafting policies—it means designing the entire data protection infrastructure of the company, from data mapping to vendor management. You will monitor and advise on privacy risks across digital markets and platforms, which requires staying current on laws in Europe, the US, and beyond. Data Protection Impact Assessments are a key tool for embedding privacy‐by‐design into every new product feature, especially those involving children or large‐scale data profiling. The legal team is not a silo; Handling data subject requests and breach responses: Negotiating data processing agreements: Managing privacy obligations with vendors, partners, and platform providers is a core part of the role, requiring both legal expertise and commercial dexterity. If a data protection authority comes knocking, you will lead the company's strategic response—a critical function that can make or break a business's reputation. The job demands a lawyer who can think on their feet, communicate complex legal concepts in plain English, and navigate the often‐conflicting demands of innovation and regulation. The role requires an EU/UK/US qualified lawyer with a minimum of 7+ years of applicable experience . This is not a stepping‐stone role for junior associates; it is a senior position for seasoned professionals who have cut their teeth on complex data protection issues. The job posting also emphasizes strong generalist capabilities —meaning you should be comfortable handling a wide range of legal matters beyond privacy, even though privacy will be your primary focus. Ideally, you will have experience in both law firm and in‐house settings. The f
📌 Privacy Counsel at Tripledot Studios (Barcelona)
🏢 Tripledot Studios
📍 Barcelona