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Corporate Counsel

Global Privacy and Data Protection

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Whoop

Whoop

501-1,000 employees

Wearable fitness tracker with personalized insights

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Senior, Expert

Boston, MA, USA

Category
Legal
Risk & Compliance
Legal & Compliance
Requirements
  • Juris Doctorate (JD) and 5+ years of relevant experience
  • Admission to a State Bar and the ability to register as in-house counsel
  • Specific experience with privacy and data protection laws such as CCPA, LGPD, CAN-SPAM, HIPAA, GDPR, e-Privacy Directive, and other applicable laws is required
  • Experience providing risk-based and pragmatic advice, including to Senior Management level stakeholders, regarding outstanding privacy and data protection aspects of product development, commercial negotiations and on matters involving the processing of employee personal data
  • Experience advising on incident response protocols, data breach notification obligations, and regulatory investigations
  • Experience drafting and negotiating commercial agreements
Responsibilities
  • Advise on emerging global privacy laws and regulations that impact data privacy and data security, including identifying trends and potential impacts on business activities
  • Coordinate with product and engineering teams to evaluate and design products and technologies for compliance with privacy and data protection laws
  • Collaborate with the company’s CISO to help develop and maintain best-in-class privacy, security and data protection practices across the company
  • Draft and negotiate complex agreements ranging from professional services, development, and supplier agreements with various merchants, partners and vendors
  • Conduct privacy training and awareness programs for employees to foster a privacy-aware culture
  • Respond to data subject access requests (DSARs) and inquiries from regulatory authorities regarding privacy practices
  • Grow into new areas to support the business such as warranty and consumer protection, global product regulatory rules, claims review, and global supply chain
  • Work autonomously as well as part of a team, coaching and mentoring others (including non-attorneys) under tight deadlines and while managing multiple priorities
  • Support investigation, analysis, remediation, and notification of privacy and security incidents

WHOOP provides a fitness membership centered around the WHOOP Strap 3.0, a wearable device that tracks physiological metrics like heart rate, sleep patterns, and recovery levels. This data is used to give personalized recommendations on daily exertion, sleep needs, and overall readiness for physical activity, helping users enhance their performance and reduce injury risks. The subscription model includes the device and access to a community-focused app, which encourages user engagement through teams and challenges. WHOOP's goal is to optimize health and performance for a diverse range of users, from fitness enthusiasts to professional athletes.

Company Stage

Series F

Total Funding

$416.2M

Headquarters

Boston, Massachusetts

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

18%

2 year growth

30%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Partnerships with high-profile athletes like Cristiano Ronaldo and collaborations with premium brands like ASSOS elevate WHOOP's brand visibility and credibility.
  • Recognition of WHOOP executives in influential tech lists and the company's expansion into over 56 markets highlight its growth and leadership in the health tech sector.
  • Innovative product developments, such as the WHOOP-integrated cycling shorts, demonstrate WHOOP's commitment to enhancing user experience and performance.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in fitness technology is intense, with numerous players offering similar wearable devices and health insights.
  • Reliance on a subscription-based model may deter potential users who prefer one-time purchases over recurring fees.

What makes Whoop unique

  • WHOOP's subscription-based model, which includes the WHOOP Strap 3.0 at no additional cost, ensures continuous user engagement and a steady revenue stream, unlike competitors who may charge upfront for devices.
  • The integration of advanced physiological data analytics with personalized recommendations sets WHOOP apart in the fitness technology market.
  • WHOOP's strong community engagement features, such as teams and challenges, foster a sense of belonging and competition, enhancing user retention.

Benefits

Take Time Off: Time outside of the office is important for sleep, strain and recovery! Our PTO plan encourages members to take time off in order to come back refreshed.

Live a Healthy Lifestyle: Our competitive benefits package includes premium medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents. Life and disability insurance are also available.

Feel Invested: In addition to a competitive base salary and 401k, you're eligible to receive stock options to share in the future of WHOOP. Work means more when you have personal stake. You have ownership in what we are building.

Eat Well: Keep hunger at bay with endless snacks in our fully stocked kitchen. Enjoy catered team lunches on Friday, and even a cold brew keg.

Know The Product: We want you to understand and experience the product firsthand. We offer you a WHOOP strap and membership at no cost.

Be Active: Take advantage of our office gym and on-site showers! WHOOP also offers a $500 yearly wellness perk for fitness classes and memberships.

Be Present: It’s important to be present when bringing home a new family member. Take care of your loved ones with 12 weeks paid parental leave, plus an additional 2 weeks to gradually return to work.

Love Where You Work: Sitting in the heart of Fenway, our beautiful office overlooks Fenway Park. A prime location for great food, not to mention catching a Sox game, too!

Work Hard, Play Harder: If we don't already have a club here that fits your lifestyle and interests, you're encouraged to start one. Share your passions with others at work, or discover new ones!