Senior Attorney

The Senior Attorney will serve as a key member of the Legal team, responsible for leading complex contract negotiations, advising on regulatory compliance, and managing dispute and litigation matters. This role partners closely with cross-functional stakeholders-including Privacy, Sales, Finance, and Operations-to support business objectives while minimizing legal and regulatory risk.

The position requires a strategic thinker with strong negotiation skills, deep knowledge of contract and privacy law, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment. The Senior Attorney will also contribute to legal strategy, mentor junior team members, and help drive continuous improvement within the legal function.

What you will do:

• Client Contract Negotiation: Lead drafting, review, and negotiation of a wide range of client, vendor, and partner agreements, particularly within adtech/martech and data-driven services.
• Contract Strategy Development: Develop and implement negotiation strategies aligned with business objectives while identifying, assessing, and mitigating legal and commercial risks.
• Regulatory & Privacy Compliance: Advise on applicable legal and regulatory frameworks, including data privacy and protection laws (e.g., HIPAA, FCRA, GLB, CCPA, and emerging global regulations), and ensure contract compliance with these requirements.
• Contract Compliance: Ensure compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and industry standards in all client contracts, including data privacy and security regulations.
• Cross Functional Collaboration: Partner with internal stakeholders across departments to align on contract terms, support strategic initiatives, and enable efficient deal execution.
• Legal Operations & Enablement: Build, maintain, and improve legal resources, templates, and processes to increase scalability and efficiency within the Legal team.
• Leadership & Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior attorneys and legal professionals and business partners; contribute to a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Business & Industry Expertise: Maintain a strong understanding of the company's business model, products, and industry trends, particularly in data, technology, and privacy.

What you will need:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• 5+ years' experience as an attorney
• U.S. license in good standing to practice law
• Demonstrated experience negotiating complex commercial agreements
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Tenacity for getting things accomplished, with the appropriate level and sense of urgency
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfort with ambiguity and independence
• Ability to digest and explain business and technical issues

What will set you apart:

• Experience as in-house counsel supporting commercial transactions, particularly in adtech, martech, or data-driven industries
• Experience supporting government contracts or public sector engagements
• Certified Privacy Professional (e.g., IAPP certification)

Proven ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive business outcomes

Primary Location City/State:

Conway, Arkansas

Additional Locations (if applicable):

Acxiom is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status (EOE/Vet/Disabled) and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training, promotion or other employment of associates or the awarding of subcontracts because of a person's race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, protected veteran, military status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics or other protected status.

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