Data Privacy Associate Attorney or Counsel

BCG Attorney Search; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k)

Disability and life insurance

Paid time off

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Minneapolis, MN seeks an Associate or Counsel Attorney for its Data Privacy practice. You will advise public and private clients on data privacy and cybersecurity regulatory compliance, risk management, and emerging laws.

The role requires handling complex legal projects independently and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate has 4–8 years of legal experience, JD, and IAPP certifications.

Qualifications

• 4–8 years of legal experience with at least 3 years in privacy, cybersecurity, or AI
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure
• Experience with MS Word

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on compliance issues related to data privacy, cybersecurity, and AI laws.
• Conduct risk assessments and audits.
• Collaborate with teams on product and service development.
• Support clients in data breach responses.
• Draft and negotiate data-related agreements.
• Provide counsel on privacy in corporate transactions.
• Monitor and analyze emerging legislation and regulatory guidance.
• Prepare training materials and presentations on privacy best practices.
• Participate in business development and client relationship building.
• Mentor and supervise junior associates and legal staff.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Privacy knowledge

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

MS Word

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly motivated and experienced Associate or Counsel Attorney to join its Data Privacy practice group in Minneapolis, MN. This role involves advising public and private clients on data privacy and cybersecurity matters, including regulatory compliance and risk management. The position requires a deep understanding of privacy laws and the ability to manage complex legal projects independently.

Duties

• Advise clients on compliance issues related to data privacy, cybersecurity, and AI laws.
• Conduct risk assessments and audits.
• Collaborate with teams on product and service development.
• Support clients in data breach responses.
• Draft and negotiate data-related agreements.
• Provide counsel on privacy in corporate transactions.
• Monitor and analyze emerging legislation and regulatory guidance.
• Prepare training materials and presentations on privacy best practices.
• Participate in business development and client relationship building.
• Mentor and supervise junior associates and legal staff.

Requirements

• Four to eight years of legal experience, with at least three years in privacy, cybersecurity, or AI.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure.
• Experience with MS Word.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• IAPP CIPP/US, CIPP/E, CIPM, AIGP.

Skills

• Strong working knowledge of GDPR.
• Experience with technology companies, healthcare organizations, or data-driven businesses.
• Combination of law firm and in-house experience preferred.
• Litigation experience is a plus.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k)
• Disability and life insurance
• Paid time off
• Voluntary benefits