Hybrid Data Privacy & Security Associate

DLA Piper; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 260,000 - 390,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

DLA Piper is seeking an associate with 3+ years of experience to join its Data Protection, Privacy and Security practice. This role offers the opportunity to advise leading global organizations on complex and evolving privacy, cybersecurity, and data governance matters.

The successful candidate will work on cutting-edge issues spanning U.S. state and federal privacy laws, emerging regulatory frameworks, and cross-border compliance initiatives.

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Bar admission in New York and/or District of Columbia.
• 3+ years of experience in data privacy, cybersecurity, or regulatory advisory work preferred.
• Exposure to global privacy programs, incident response, or compliance frameworks is advantageous.
• In-house or regulatory experience is a plus, particularly in industries involving sensitive data or emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

• Legal Research: Conduct thorough and comprehensive legal research and analysis to support case/transaction preparation and strategy.
• Legal Writing: Draft well-written, error free, and reasoned legal documents, including briefs, motions, contracts, and correspondence.
• Case/Transaction Assistance and Management: Assist/Manage a variety of complex cases/transactions from inception to resolution including preparing for trials, negotiations, settlements, closings, and other legal activities while continuously demonstrating strong judgement.
• Internal/External Client Interaction: Build, maintain, and cultivate strong internal and external client relationships by providing support, regular updates, advice, and addressing concerns promptly and with the utmost professionalism.
• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other lawyers and business professionals to support and develop innovative case/transaction strategies to achieve the most favorable outcomes for internal and external clients.
• Attend, support, and participate in high-level legal activities including court hearings, depositions, negotiations, trials, etc.
• Compliance: Ensure rigorous compliance with legal standards and regulations, staying abreast of changes in law and legal precedents.
• Professional Development: Proactively seek out and participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your legal knowledge, practice technology, management, and leadership skills.
• Firm Citizenship and Community Involvement: Engage in and contribute to; firm programs and initiatives; civic and professional organizations; pro bono work by providing legal assistance to underserved and underrepresented communities.

Skills

Data privacy

Regulatory advisory

Cybersecurity

Legal research

Legal writing

Education

JD

Law degree from accredited law school

Job description

DLA Piper is seeking an associate with 3+ years of experience to join its Data Protection, Privacy and Security practice. This role offers the opportunity to advise leading global organizations on complex and evolving privacy, cybersecurity, and data governance matters.

The successful candidate will work on cutting-edge issues spanning U.S. state and federal privacy laws, emerging regulatory frameworks, and cross-border compliance initiatives.