AI, Data and Analytics Legal Director

About the role

We’re seeking a strategic, business-minded Director, Legal to support our AI & Data Analytics (AIDA) function within Yum!’s Digital & Technology organization. Led by Yum!’s Chief Data Officer, the AIDA function encompasses the following operating pillars: AI & Data Planning and Strategy; AI & Data Product; Advanced Analytics, Business Intelligence & Customer/Market Success; Data Engineering, Platforms & Architecture; and AI & Machine Learning.

You’ll partner closely with Yum!’s Chief Data Officer, other senior leaders, and data scientists and strategists across AIDA’s operating pillars to enable innovation, scale AI-powered products, and manage legal and regulatory risk globally. This is a high-impact role at the intersection of AI, data, and commercialization—ideal for a leader who can translate complex legal issues into practical guidance that drives growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead legal strategy for enterprise AI/data initiatives, balancing innovation, compliance, and revenue growth
• Partner with AIDA leadership to design legally scalable monetization models for AI and data assets
• Advise on global privacy and data protection (e.g., GDPR, CCPA/CPRA), including cross-border transfers, localization, and data minimization
• Timely embed legal guidance into product development, data strategy, and go-to-market plans, establishing processes, tools and resources that enable speed to market while minimizing risk
• Counsel on AI regulatory issues (e.g., automated decision-making, transparency, bias) and support risk assessments for high-impact use cases
• Structure, draft, and negotiate complex technology agreements (SaaS, cloud, data licensing, AI integrations, and strategic partnerships)
• Advise on data rights, usage permissions, and customer protections in AI-enabled offerings
• Guide third-party AI/vendor engagements and risk allocation and provide legal support for internal AI governance processes and committees, helping to shape Yum!’s near- and long-term AI governance and safety posture
• Advise on regulatory and risk implications of new AI use cases, including automated decision-making, transparency, and bias considerations
• Partner cross-functionally with other Yum!, Brand and D&T stakeholders, including but not limited to Legal, Finance, Cybersecurity, Compliance, Procurement, and Global Privacy
• Lead and develop a small team and manage outside counsel, as needed
• Contribute to broader D&T Legal strategic initiatives alongside D&T’s Chief Legal Officer and other senior attorneys

Requirements

• JD from an accredited law school; active bar membership in good standing
• 8+ years of experience in technology, data, or AI-related legal work (law firm and/or in-house)
• Strong experience in technology transactions and complex commercial negotiations
• Deep familiarity with global privacy and data protection frameworks
• Experience supporting SaaS, digital products, or data-driven business models
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and operate in a global, matrixed environment

Pay

Salary Range: $164,000 - $200,000 + eligible bonus + benefits