Data Privacy & Security Attorney

Premier Inn Hotels LLC (UAE); United States; On-site; USD 210,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Chicago-based law firm seeks a lateral associate for its technology, data privacy, and cybersecurity practice. 5–7 years in data privacy, cybersecurity, technology transactions, or information governance required. Strong in privacy programs, AI governance, incident response, and IT agreements.

Role offers exposure to sophisticated matters across industries, with cross-functional collaboration and opportunities for growth and leadership in a dynamic, innovative team.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• 5–7 years of substantive experience in data privacy, cybersecurity, technology transactions, or information governance.
• Experience drafting and negotiating technology-related agreements and advising on privacy compliance programs.

Responsibilities

• Counsel clients on data privacy, cybersecurity, and AI governance compliance matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate technology and commercial agreements.
• Support incident response matters, including breach investigation, notification, and regulatory reporting.
• Work cross-functionally with corporate, IP, and litigation colleagues to deliver integrated client solutions.

Skills

Drafting

Analytical

Communication

Education

J.D.

Job description

Chicago, United States | Posted on 08/31/2026

Join a Top National Law Firm's Technology & DataPrivacy Practice:

A prominent national law firm is seeking a lateral associate to join its technology, data privacy, and cybersecurity practice. This is a strong opportunity to work on sophisticated data privacy, cybersecurity, and AI governance matters for clients across abroad range of industries. The firm is looking for candidates with roughly 5-7years of experience in data privacy, cybersecurity, technology transactions, or information governance.

Preferred backgrounds include privacy program development, AI governance and responsible AI deployment, incident response, and technology licensing and commercial contracting (cloud, software, and IT services agreements).

This opportunity is presented by MNF Global legal search firm, a trusted legal search firm operating for over 19 years nationally. www.mnfglobal.com

Role and Responsibilities:

• Counsel clients on data privacy, cybersecurity, and AI governance compliance matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate technology and commercial agreements.
• Support incident response matters, including breach investigation, notification, and regulatory reporting.
• Work cross-functionally with corporate, IP, and litigation colleagues to deliver integrated client solutions.

Professional Growth and Development:

• Significant career advancement opportunities.
• A firm culture that fosters continuous learning and innovation.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• 5-7 years of substantive experience in data privacy, cybersecurity, technology transactions, or information governance at a law firm or in-house legal department.
• Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating technology-related agreements and advising on privacy compliance programs.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills.

Anticipated Compensation andBenefits:

• Competitive base salary ranging from $210,000 to$250,000, commensurate with qualifications, skills, location, and relevant experience.