Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Lawyer - Houston

Axiom; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 105,000 - 325,000; Full time

Job summary

Axiom, a global leader in on-demand legal talent, seeks a Data Privacy Lawyer to advise clients on privacy compliance from Houston. You’ll work with major corporate teams, shaping policies and guiding data-sharing and risk reduction.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years in data privacy, deep knowledge of GDPR and CCPA, and experience drafting and negotiating vendor and client contracts. On-site Houston role with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in data privacy.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. and EU privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA).
• Experience standardizing policies and contracts with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on privacy compliance and policy improvements.
• Advise business and compliance teams; guidance and practical solutions.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal partners and stakeholders.
• Advise on privacy impact assessments and data-sharing.
• Must be able to go on-site in Houston.

Skills

Privacy law

GDPR

CCPA

Policy drafting

Contract drafting

Education

Active bar license in the state where you reside

Job description

Join Our Team as a Data Privacy Lawyer at Axiom

Location: Houston

We are currently seeking a Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Lawyer in Houston to work with some of the world’s largest companies across multiple industries. This is an existing vacancy,

Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice and counsel on privacy compliance requirements and opportunities for improvement of privacy policies
• Work with and advise business and compliance clients directly, as well as providing guidance and practical solution
• Maintain strong, collaborative relationships with internal business partners and stakeholders.
• Experience providing legal advice regarding privacy, privacy impact assessments, data-sharing, and related issues
• Must be able to go on-site in Houston.

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience working in the data privacy space.
• Substantive data protection and data privacy experience and an in-depth knowledge of U.S. and EU privacy statutes – including GDPR, CCPA.
• Experience standardizing policies, protocols, and training programs, including the associated documents such as vendor and client contracts. This includes providing guidance across various stakeholders, such as business and product development, mergers and acquisitions, investor relations, and procurement.
• Active bar license in the state where you reside.

Compensation:

The estimated total compensation for full-time Axiom attorney roles is $104,500-325,000 per year and for non-attorney roles is $71,250-309,750 per year. Compensation decisions are based on various factors, including, but not limited to, experience, skills, certifications, location, and business needs. Employees may be eligible for additional benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance; paid holidays and PTO; flexible work arrangements; and professional development opportunities and tools.

About Axiom:

For over 25 years, Axiom has pioneered the alternative legal services industry, now serving more than 1,500 legal departments globally with our unique blend of world-class legal talent and advanced AI tools, delivering innovative solutions ranging from that combine top-tier talent with cutting-edge technology. We tackle complex legal matters across 12 practice areas for clients ranging from Fortune 100 to SMBs, empowering our legal professionals to engage in meaningful work that advances their careers. Our Talent NPS score of +71% and our Client NPS score of +64% highlight our commitment to excellence (Reported scores were Axiom’s average for 2025 – the legal industry average NPS score is +35%). Join our forward-thinking community where you’ll keep your career dynamic and multi-faceted, be part of a company that values agility, collaboration, and excellence, and love both the law and your life.

Axiom is the global leader in high-caliber, on-demand legal talent. Covering North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC, we enable legal departments to drive efficiency and growth and meet the demands of today’s business landscape with best inclass alterative legal services.

Diversityis core to our values and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Axiom ensures equal employment opportunity in recruitment and employment, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religious creed or belief, political opinion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender identity status, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital (or civil or other partnership recognized by law) status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Axiom prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment.

Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Axiom will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who require accommodations to participate in each stage of the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please [e-mail].

Axiom respects your privacy. For an explanation of the kind of information we collect about you and how it is used, our full data privacy notice is availablehere.

Employment with Axiom may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check, providing proof of identity, and possessing the necessary legal authorization to work. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, NY Fair Chance Act, and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.