From Human Rights Lawyer To Privacy Pro: My Top Lessons For Success

Privacy Pros Podcast

What happens when a passionate human rights lawyer pivots into the world of privacy?

You get a leader like Jen Luther - global team leader, AI governance expert, and one of the most inspiring voices in privacy today.

In this episode, Jen shares her bold journey from the International Criminal Court to building impactful privacy programs at scale. She opens up about the mindset shifts that accelerated her career, the underrated legal skills that gave her an edge, and the one mistake most early privacy professionals make when trying to impress.

We also dive into:

• Why human-centric thinking is privacy's secret weapon
• How to demonstrate real leadership—no title required
• Jen’s approach to measuring impact (and what metrics actually matter)
• The power of personal branding and how to get visible without feeling cringe
• Practical tips to overcome imposter syndrome and speak with confidence

Whether you're just starting your career or eyeing the next big move, this episode will help you lead with purpose, speak with impact, and think beyond checklists.

Jen Luther is a global legal team leader and board advisor passionate about growing and scaling technology companies.

Jen began her career as a human rights attorney dedicated to creating positive change before transitioning to privacy, where she now specialises in AI governance, corporate governance, privacy organization, and product architecture.

Connect with Jamal: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kmjahmed/

Connect with Jen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jjluther/ & https://www.jenluther.com/