Job Description

Associate – Privacy & Cybersecurity | Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, or Washington, DC

Our client, a highly respected global law firm, is seeking a Privacy & Cybersecurity Associate with 4–6 years of experience to join its nationally recognized data privacy practice. This role offers front-line client engagement, meaningful project leadership, and the opportunity to shape and implement cutting-edge privacy and data governance strategies for a wide range of clients.

While preference is given to candidates located in Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, or Washington, DC, other U.S. office locations may be considered for qualified applicants.

Position Summary:

As a Privacy & Cybersecurity Associate, you will work directly with supervising partners and clients on a wide range of U.S.-focused privacy and data compliance counseling matters. The role is ideal for attorneys who are energized by direct client interaction and thrive in a collaborative, intellectually curious, and high-performance environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide practical legal advice related to U.S. state privacy laws, such as CCPA, CPRA, WA MHMD, and others

• Lead compliance assessments and assist in building enterprise-wide privacy programs

• Draft and implement client-facing and internal documents, including:

  • Privacy policies and notices

  • Data subject rights (DSR) procedures

  • Contracting templates and negotiation playbooks

  • Incident response protocols and tabletop exercises

• Advise clients on adtech and online tracking compliance, including TCPA, CAN-SPAM, and self-regulatory frameworks (DAA, NAI, IAB)

• Offer sector-specific guidance, especially in financial services and healthcare, including:

  • GLBA, CalFIPA, FCRA, HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and state health privacy laws

• Serve as a lead advisor on matters, independently manage client relationships, and contribute to team-wide project execution

• Occasionally supervise paralegals or junior attorneys when appropriate

Qualifications:

• 4–6 years of data privacy counseling experience in a large law firm setting (boutique specialists may also be considered)

• Specific experience with state privacy laws and privacy program implementation is required

• Strong preference for experience advising on:

  • Adtech and online tracking technologies

  • Financial and health/life sciences sector compliance

• Excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills

• Self-starter with the ability to manage complex matters and meet tight deadlines under pressure

• Proven ability to prioritize competing demands and deliver practical, business-minded advice

• Must be admitted to practice in the jurisdiction of the office for which you are applying

• Privacy certifications such as CIPP-US, CIPT, and CIPM are preferred but not required

Why Join?

1. A Culture of Belonging

• Be part of a firm that prioritizes authenticity, diversity, and collaboration

• Work in a welcoming, inclusive environment that encourages you to bring your whole self to work

2. Career Acceleration

• Gain direct access to clients and meaningful responsibility from day one

• Participate in structured mentorship, leadership training, and confidential coaching

3. Wellness and Flexibility

• Billable credit for wellness

• Wellness benefits including:

  • Free Peloton app access

  • Lyra mental health services (8 free sessions/year)

  • Spot pet insurance

4. Real Rewards for Real Work

• Generous merit-based compensation — in 2024, 67% of associates earned above the Cravath scale

• $2,500 vacation stipend for meeting billable thresholds
  

5. Global Reach, Local Impact

• Work on cross-border matters and cutting-edge privacy issues

• Receive 8 hours of billable credit for community service and pro bono efforts

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