Privacy and Data Protection Counsel

Real REMAX Group (Nasdaq: REAX) is a global real estate company bringing together two trusted brands and a shared belief: when real estate professionals are empowered by innovation and community, everyone benefits. By combining Real’s AI-powered technology platform and entrepreneurial community with REMAX’s iconic global brand and trusted franchise network, we’re building one of the industry’s most innovative real estate companies. Together, our network of more than 180,000 real estate professionals spans over 120 countries and territories, united by a commitment to helping agents and brokers build stronger businesses and deliver exceptional experiences for their clients.

At Real REMAX Group, we believe in pairing Tech x Humanity to create something truly different.

Learn more at https://realremaxgroup.com/

Work Schedule: Standard business hours based on local time zone.

About the Role:

We’re looking for a Privacy and Data Protection Counsel to join our Legal team. In this role, you’ll be working as a motivated attorney who enjoys solving complex problems. You will work closely with Real’s product and engineering teams to provide legal guidance on a wide range of legal issues, including privacy and data security, related to the product development lifecycle. This role is responsible for helping to navigate rules regarding a fintech company, which has broad market impact through an evolving and complex financial legal and regulatory environment. Our team’s work enables our internal partners to build and refine our technology initiatives with a focus on speed and quality execution. The position is fully remote.

What You’ll Do:

• Counsel our Product, Marketing and business teams throughout the product lifecycle on applicable legal and regulatory requirements and risks.

• Anticipate and identify legal and regulatory risks, and propose creative and effective solutions to mitigate these risks with a business-focused mindset.

• Draft and negotiate commercial agreements in support of the business and its initiatives.

• Create and enforce data privacy policies, procedures, and guidelines.

• Oversee data governance, data mapping and retention policies.

• Ensure vendors comply with the organization's data privacy and security requirements.

• Remain up-to-date on relevant industry and consumer protection laws and regulations.

• Partner with the Marketing and go to market teams to ensure compliance of all consumer facing materials.

• Partner with the broader Legal & Compliance team in various other corporate and enterprise initiatives as such opportunities arise.

What You’ll Bring:

• Knowledge and application of consumer protection laws and regulations such as RESPA, UDAAP, CCPA, GDPR, TCPA, and GLBA.

• A willingness to dig-in and learn new technology is critical. This role requires digital fluency or – at a minimum – a willingness to learn.

Education & Experience:

• 7+ years experience in a product counsel role at a law firm or in-house legal department

• Experience in a law firm or in-house corporate environment working specifically on regulatory compliance.

• High proficiency in Microsoft Office programs required (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel).

How We Work: Our Operating Principles

Our Operating Principles are the blueprint of Real REMAX Group’s culture. They guide how we show up, make decisions, and bring our mission to life every day:

• Be Agent Obsessed: We design every decision around creating value for our agents and their clients.

• Move Fast with Purpose: We act with urgency, clarity, and focus—without compromising our standards.

• Own Your Outcome: Effort matters, but results matter more. We adapt, learn, and improve.

• Be Bold; Challenge Often: We challenge assumptions, rethink “the usual,” and push for smarter, simpler solutions.

• Win Together: We set high standards, collaborate deeply, and celebrate shared success.

Additional Details:

• Location Requirements: Candidates must be based in the U.S. to be considered.

• Physical Requirements: Ability to sit for long periods of time.

Our Commitment:

Real REMAX Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital or family status, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.