Hybrid Senior Associate Level Privacy Law
About The Position
A nationally recognized law firm is seeking a seasoned Privacy and Data Protection Senior Associate to help expand a rapidly growing Privacy and Data Protection Practice. This strategic hire will support increasing client demand and strengthen the team’s ability to counsel sophisticated clients on complex and evolving data privacy issues. About the Role: The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience advising clients on U.S. and international privacy laws and frameworks, providing practical and forward-thinking legal guidance on compliance, risk management, incident response, and strategic data use. You’ll serve clients across industries such as technology, healthcare, education, media, retail, and financial services. In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with other senior attorneys and practice leaders, mentor junior lawyers, contribute to thought leadership, and play a key role in expanding one of the firm’s fastest-growing practices.
Requirements
- Deep subject matter expertise in domestic and global privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, HIPAA, GLBA, FERPA, and others)
- Demonstrated ability to lead client relationships and provide strategic advice on privacy compliance, operational implementation, and risk mitigation
- Experience supporting incident response, breach notification, and regulatory investigations
- Familiarity with privacy due diligence and data-related concerns in M&A and commercial transactions
- Strong skills in drafting and negotiating data protection agreements, vendor and customer contracts, and privacy schedules
- A client-first mindset, strong judgment, and a collaborative, solutions-oriented approach
Nice To Haves
- A portable book of business is welcomed but not required
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and disability coverage
- Flexible spending accounts and commuter benefits
- Generous vacation and sick leave
- Paid holidays, parental leave, fertility benefits, and backup care support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
