Senior Managing Counsel - NA Privacy & Technology

About Us

Innovation. Sustainability. Productivity. This is how we are Breaking New Ground in our mission to sustainably advance the noble work of farmers and builders everywhere. With a growing global population and increased demands on resources, our products are instrumental to feeding and sheltering the world.

From developing products that run on alternative power to productivity-enhancing precision tech, we are delivering solutions that benefit people – and they are possible thanks to people like you. If the opportunity to build your skills as part of a collaborative, global team excites you, you’re in the right place.  

Grow a Career. Build a Future!

Be part of this company at the forefront of agriculture and construction, that passionately innovates to drive customer efficiency and success. And we know innovation can’t happen without collaboration. So, everything we do at CNH Industrial is about reaching new heights as one team, always delivering for the good of our customers.

Job Purpose

Reporting directly to the General Counsel North America, this role will lead strategic negotiations and provide critical legal and business input that directly influences the company’s global procurement, IT, digital innovation, and data governance strategies. The role will not only advise, but also make independent decisions on key terms and risks, shaping outcomes that materially impact operational and financial performance.

Key Responsibilities

The Senior Managing Counsel – NA Privacy & Technology Contracts will:

• Play a critical role in influencing the company’s digital transformation agenda by shaping the legal frameworks behind high-value technology agreements and strategic vendor relationships. Their input will directly affect vendor selection, innovation partnerships, and the company’s ability to execute key tech initiatives across North America.
• Lead complex negotiations and make final recommendations on contractual terms, balancing legal risk with business objectives to directly support the achievement of financial and operational goals.

• Make independent legal and strategic decisions on contract terms, escalating only in high-risk or precedent-setting cases.
• Translate legal requirements into actionable contract structures and business solutions that support technology-driven revenue growth and cost optimization.
• Proactively identify legal and business risks and shape contract strategies that enhance the company’s competitive position in digital innovation and precision technologies.
• Influence deal structures, vendor engagement models, and investment terms with measurable impact on technology program execution and return on investment.
• Provide M&A/VC transaction support including due diligence, contract review, contract negotiation and drafting.
• Provide legal support on global privacy and data protection matters, including GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, and other relevant regulations.
• Conduct privacy impact assessments and advise on data collection, use, storage and cross-border data transfers.
• Support incident response in case of data breaches or regulatory inquiries.
• Maintain expert knowledge and awareness of legislation, regulations and caselaw with respect to privacy, technology and commercial contract issues to reduce business risk and ensure legal compliance.
• Provide practical, business focused advice to the executive team with respect to technology and commercial contract issues.
• Develop and maintain templates, playbooks and guidance for frequently negotiated terms and privacy compliance.
• Manage outside counsel, fees and case budgets for situations requiring external support.
• Provide training to business clients on privacy, technology and commercial contract issues.

Experience Required

• J.D. and a current membership with the appropriate state bar.
• Privacy Certification (CIPP)
• Minimum 12 years related experience at a large corporate law firm, a boutique technology and commercial contract firm, or in-house with relevant contracting and counseling experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated judgment guiding business teams through challenging issues.
• Proven experience providing guidance and advice to internal clients.
• Strong executive presence, paired with excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to provide timely, practical solutions for business clients.
• Ability to work independently, exercise practical business judgment and meet concurrent deadlines.
• Willingness to respond to clients and counsel beyond regular business hours when needed.

Pay Transparency

​The annual salary for this role is USD $148,500.00 - $220,000.00 plus any applicable bonus (Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as skill, experience and qualification for the role.)

What We Offer

We offer dynamic career opportunities across an international landscape. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to delivering value for all our employees and fostering a culture of respect.

At CNH, we understand that the best solutions come from the diverse experiences and skills of our people. Here, you will be empowered to grow your career, to follow your passion, and help build a better future. To support our employees, we offer regional comprehensive benefits, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Savings & Retirement benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Adoption assistance
• Fertility & Family building support
• Employee Assistance Programs 
• Charitable contribution matching and Volunteer Time Off