Group Function - Privacy Legal Counsel

The role

This mid-level counsel will manage global privacy compliance and mitigate data risks. You will support cross-functional teams on privacy-by-design initiatives and support cybersecurity risk management and compliance with emerging AI regulations.

What you will do

• Maintain and update global privacy policies, notices, and internal frameworks.
• Work with product and engineering teams to implement privacy-by-design and responsible AI principles.
• Provide legal guidance on cross-border data transfers and data localization requirements.
• Conduct, review, and document Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs).
• Draft, negotiate, and review Data Processing Agreements and privacy provisions in commercial agreements.
• Investigate potential data/cybersecurity incidents and manage regulatory notification obligations.
• Design and deliver privacy and AI awareness training across global offices.
• Track emerging privacy and AI laws and update frameworks.
• Collaborate and coordinate with outside counsel across various jurisdictions.
• Take on other relevant duties as assigned.

Required qualifications

• Qualified lawyer in the U.S., Hong Kong, Singapore, UK and/or Canada.
• 4 to 8 years of legal practice focused on privacy and data protection, cybersecurity and emerging technologies.
• Understanding of data flows and mapping, cloud computing, and modern IT architecture.
• Fluency in English and Mandarin Chinese.

Nice to have

• Mix of major law firm training and in-house corporate experience
• Familiarity or interest in the interactive entertainment industry in general
• CIPP/E, CIPP/US, or CIPM designations
• Self-starter who demonstrates high self-initiative
• Ability to translate complex legal requirements into actionable business advice
• Growth mindset that can thrive in a dynamic, cross-border environment

About the company

NetEase, Inc. is a global powerhouse in the Internet and online game industry. The NetEase group encompasses businesses centered around content creation, including NetEase Games, Youdao, Cloud Music, and Yanxuan.