• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

• Ten (10) years of relevant experience in a major law firm and/or in-house legal department

• Significant experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial and technology agreements
• Experience advising on real estate transactions and infrastructure-related agreements
• Deep knowledge of U.S. privacy laws (e.g., CCPA/CPRA) and familiarity with global data protection frameworks (e.g., GDPR)
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement compliance and risk mitigation programs.

• Strong executive presence and ability to influence senior stakeholders
• Exceptional judgment, business acumen, and solution-oriented mindset
• Available for occasional overnight travel (10%)

• Must pass a pre-employment drug test
• Must be legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located
• Authorization to work in the US is required, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship 

Preferred Experience and Qualifications

• Lead JetBlue’s legal strategy for privacy, data governance, and cybersecurity, ensuring compliance with evolving domestic and international regulations.
• Experience in aviation, transportation, or other highly regulated industries strongly preferred
• Prior in-house legal leadership experience at the officer or equivalent level and experience advising executive level
• Demonstrated expertise in technology transactions, digital platforms, mobile apps and emerging technologies (including AI); experience with cloud and Saas technology procurement
• Experience building and leading global privacy and data governance programs; relevant certifications (e.g., CIPP) a plus
• Experience managing regulatory investigations, cybersecurity incidents, or crisis response
• International legal experience across multiple jurisdictions
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and scale high-performing legal teams

Crewmember Expectations: 

• Regular attendance and punctuality; full remote not available

• Potential need to work flexible hours and be available to respond on short notice

• Able to maintain a professional appearance

• When working or traveling on JetBlue flights, and if time permits, all capable crewmembers are asked to assist with light cleaning of the aircraft
• Promote JetBlue's #1 value of safety as a Safety Ambassador, supporting JetBlue's Safety Management System (SMS) components, Safety Policy and behavioral standards
• Identify safety and security concerns, issues, incidents or hazards that should be reported and report them whenever possible and by any means necessary including JetBlue's confidential reporting systems (Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) or Safety Action Report (SAR))
• Responsible for adhering to all applicable laws, regulations (FAA, OSHA, DOT, etc.) and Company policies, procedures and risk controls
• Must be an appropriate organizational fit for the JetBlue culture, that is, exhibit the JetBlue values of Safety, Caring, Integrity, Passion and Fun
• Responsible for ensuring crewmembers have requisite training, resources and support to achieve safety objectives

• The use of ChatGPT or any other automated tool during the interview process will disqualify a candidate from being considered for the position

Equipment:

• Computer and other office equipment

Work Environment:

• Traditional office environment

Physical Effort: 

• Generally not required, or up to 10 pounds occasionally, 0 pounds frequently. (Sedentary)

Compensation: 

• The base pay range for this position is between $240,000.00 and $330,000.00 per year. Base pay is one component of JetBlue’s total compensation package, which may also include performance bonuses, restricted stock units, as well as access to healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan and company match, crewmember stock purchase plan, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, free space available travel on JetBlue, and more.

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