Data Regulatory & Privacy Law Associate Attorney Job at People Placers, Washington DC

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  • People Placers
  • Washington DC

Job Description

PPL PL8RS is proud to represent an elite global powerhouse in their search for a sophisticated legal practitioner to join a world-class team in support of a fast-growing merging legal market!

Title:

  • Privacy & Cybersecurity Associate Attorney (Mid-level/Senior)

Practice Area :

  • Global Data Governance, Incident Response & Information Security Regulatory Compliance

Location:

  • Washington, D.C., New York, NY or Boston, MA ( flex hybrid schedule - 3/2)

Salary:

  • $310,000 to $420,000 Base Salary (Cravath-scale lockstep)

Schedule :

  • Full-time, Direct-Hire (1,850 hours annual billable target)

§ The Firm:

Our client is an elite Am Law 50 firm with a legacy of excellence that spans decades. Their Data, Privacy & Cybersecurity practice is recognized globally as a Tier 1 leader by Chambers & Partners and The Legal 500, serving as the vanguard for digital risk management. The group is comprised of an unparalleled bench of former federal prosecutors, AUSA veterans, and seasoned regulatory architects. Founded on the principle of integrating high-stakes litigation with proactive advisory services, the firm provides a sophisticated platform for attorneys to engage with Fortune 100 giants and emerging tech disruptors. They are frequently lauded for their innovative approach to complex multijurisdictional investigations and have been instrumental in shaping the legal precedents that define modern privacy law.

§ Duties:

The incoming Associate or Counsel will serve as a strategic architect for global data initiatives, balancing high-level regulatory advisory work with intense investigative response. This role is designed for a practitioner who thrives at the intersection of law, technology, and corporate strategy.

Core responsibilities include:

⨖ Formulating comprehensive compliance frameworks for cutting-edge, data-driven products, ensuring alignment with evolving US and international statutory requirements.

⨖ Orchestrating privacy and cybersecurity due diligence for high-value corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and initial public offerings.

⨖ Leading complex cybersecurity incident investigations, managing the lifecycle of breach response, crisis communication, and mandatory disclosure obligations.

⨖ Defending clients in high-stakes class action litigation and representing entities during inquiries by the FTC, HHS, state attorneys general, and international data protection authorities.

⨖ Drafting and negotiating sophisticated Data Protection Agreements (DPAs) and establishing robust vendor management protocols for global enterprises.

⨖ Advising C-suite executives and boards of directors on data governance, gap assessments, and enterprise-wide risk mitigation strategies.

§ Qualifications Required:

Candidates must meet the following rigorous standards for consideration:

⨖ Juris Doctor (J.D.) from a top-tier, ABA-accredited law school with exemplary academic credentials.

⨖ Active Bar Membership in good standing within New York, D.C . and/or Massachusetts (or the ability to waiver in by comity)

⨖ Five to eight (5-8) years of substantive experience specializing in privacy and cybersecurity law within a large-law firm or specialized boutique environment.

⨖ Proven experience managing large-scale data breaches and responding to federal or international regulatory investigations.

⨖ Expert-level knowledge of the GDPR, CCPA/CPRA , FAR , HMDA and/or other emerging domestic and international regulatory frameworks and data privacy standards/laws.

§ Skills:

⨖ Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US, CIPP/E) designation is highly preferred.

⨖ Technical proficiency or a background in computer science, data analytics, or information security systems.

⨖ Experience in the fintech, healthcare (HIPAA/HITECH), or artificial intelligence sectors is a significant advantage.

⨖ Exceptional rhetorical and drafting abilities, capable of distilling complex technical risks into actionable legal counsel for non-technical stakeholders.

!Notice¡ *

This a job advertisement on behalf of our client and does not reflect the full job description for the role. Any qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. You will need to provide law school transcripts, a writing sample or deal sheets, and a cover letter in order to be considered for this role. This posting does not constitute an offer of employment. and the listed compensation details may vary by state or experience and will be discussed thoroughly during interview phase.

Job Tags

Full time, Fixed term contract, Flexible hours,

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