Position Summary...About the Team…
Our Digital Citizenship Legal team sits at the intersection of law, data, and innovation supporting some of the most complex and meaningful issues in the modern privacy and data landscape. Join us to help shape the future of responsible technology in retail.

About the position...
Join Walmart’s Data and Technology team as Senior Director and Lead Counsel, Enterprise Regulatory and Risk (U.S. Privacy)! This is an exciting opportunity to make a global impact while working on high-impact privacy challenges at scale.

If you are an experienced a seasoned privacy attorney to play a key leadership function advising on complex U.S. privacy regulatory issues, designing and implementing enterprise risk mitigation strategies, and overseeing compliance efforts across Walmart’s U.S. businesses, this role is for you. You will serve in a critical business enablement function shaping the legal frameworks that support our customer-first approach to data, trust, and responsible innovation.

What you'll do...Provide strategic legal advice on existing and emerging U.S. privacy laws and regulations, including but not limited to state consumer privacy laws, sector-specific privacy requirements, and federal regulatory developments.Oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise-level privacy assessments and compliance programs.Lead legal risk identification and mitigation efforts related to privacy practices in business operations, product development, marketing, data analytics, and technology solutions.Partner with cross-functional teams—including compliance, privacy operations, product, technology, and public affairs—to develop scalable and practical legal guidance.Support the company’s response to privacy-related regulatory inquiries and enforcement actions, including managing communications, documentation, and advocacy strategy.Manage and mentor junior attorneys and legal professionals supporting U.S. privacy initiatives, providing oversight, guidance, and professional development.Partner with Government Affairs teams and relevant stakeholders to establish enterprise-wide positions on emerging global privacy laws and consumer regulations advising on impact to the business.Advise on agreement terms related to privacy and consumer disclosures.Develop and maintain internal policies, playbooks, and training to promote privacy and consumer protection awareness across the organization.

What you'll bring:

Juris Doctor (J.D.), license to practice law and membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.8+ years of legal experience, with significant expertise in U.S. privacy law and regulatory frameworks.Experience advising on enterprise compliance programs, data protection strategies, and risk management in large-scale operations.Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders.Prior in-house counsel or leadership experience strongly preferred.Exceptional communication skills and ability to explain complex legal concepts in clear, actionable terms.Strategic thinking with a business-centered, pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach.Strong judgment and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.A collaborative mindset and the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.Passion for privacy, consumer trust, and building responsible innovation.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process.

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.

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You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.

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For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.

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Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.

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Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.

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For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.

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The annual salary range for this position is $160,000.00-$320,000.00

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Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

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Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:

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- Stock

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Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Law degree from an accredited law school and 6 years’ experience in law.
License to practice law in at least one state.
2 years’ experience leading cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Primary Location...

702 Sw 8Th St, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America