Data Privacy Associate: Transactions & Compliance

BCG Attorney Search; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Data Privacy Associate to support its growing privacy and security practice with a focus on transactional and regulatory matters involving privacy, cybersecurity, AI, and data governance.

The role emphasizes drafting and negotiating data privacy provisions in commercial agreements, advising on compliance, and collaborating with senior attorneys across technology transactions.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of relevant legal experience.
• Interest or experience in data privacy, cybersecurity, or technology transactions.
• Experience with commercial contracts and privacy compliance issues.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a collaborative environment.
• Willingness to participate in business development activities.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate data privacy and security provisions in commercial agreements.
• Work on vendor, SaaS, licensing, and other technology-related contracts.
• Advise on privacy compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Support development of privacy programs and product-related initiatives.
• Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on transactional privacy matters.
• Monitor developments in data privacy laws and regulations.
• Assist with data breach response matters as needed.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar licensure: NC/SC/GA/DC

CIPP certification preferred

Job description

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Data Privacy Associate to support its growing privacy and security practice with a focus on transactional and regulatory matters involving privacy, cybersecurity, AI, and data governance.

The role emphasizes drafting and negotiating data privacy provisions in commercial agreements, advising on compliance, and collaborating with senior attorneys across technology transactions.