Job description
Job Title: Privacy Compliance Associate
Firm Overview: Our client, a prestigious AmLaw 25 firm with a global footprint, is seeking a talented Privacy Compliance Associate to join their cutting-edge Privacy & Cybersecurity practice. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with a team of industry-leading attorneys on complex privacy compliance matters for high-profile clients across various sectors, including technology, healthcare, finance, and more.
Job Description:
Role and Responsibilities:
- Advise clients on compliance with a wide range of privacy laws and regulations, including GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, HIPAA, and other federal and state privacy laws.
- Assist in the development, implementation, and management of privacy policies, procedures, and training programs for clients.
- Conduct privacy impact assessments, data mapping, and risk assessments to identify and mitigate privacy risks.
- Draft and negotiate data processing agreements, privacy notices, and other privacy-related documentation.
- Provide legal counsel on data breach response and incident management, including notification obligations and regulatory reporting.
- Stay current with emerging privacy laws, regulations, and industry best practices to proactively advise clients on potential impacts.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including cybersecurity, compliance, and technology, to ensure comprehensive and effective privacy compliance strategies.
- Support partners in business development efforts by contributing to thought leadership, client presentations, and other marketing initiatives.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
- Admission to the state bar in the jurisdiction where the position is based.
- 2-5 years of experience in privacy law, with a focus on privacy compliance and data protection.
- Deep knowledge of global privacy frameworks, including GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, and other relevant laws and regulations.
