Midlevel/Senior Associate - Regulatory Consumer Protection

BCG Attorney Search; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Midlevel/Senior Associate specializing in Regulatory (Consumer Protection) in San Francisco, California. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience with data protection legal frameworks and privacy compliance.

The role requires 5-6 years of experience in regulatory investigations, excellent communication skills, and a Juris Doctorate from an accredited U.S. law school. The position offers a competitive salary and is compliant with the California Fair Chance Act.

Qualifications

• 5-6 years of experience in regulatory investigations or litigation involving consumer protection.
• Proficiency in compliance with CCPA, GDPR, and other privacy laws.
• Member of the California State Bar in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Counsel businesses on global and U.S. data protection legal frameworks.
• Draft and revise privacy notices and data protection policies.
• Respond to regulatory inquiries and investigations.

Skills

Data protection legal frameworks

Excellent communication skills

Regulatory investigations

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Midlevel/Senior Associate specializing in Regulatory (Consumer Protection) in San Francisco, California. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in data protection legal frameworks, privacy compliance, and regulatory investigations, with a strong academic background and excellent communication skills.

Duties

• Counsel businesses on global and U.S. data protection legal frameworks.
• Draft and revise privacy notices, terms of service, and data protection policies.
• Negotiate professional services and data processing agreements.
• Respond to regulatory inquiries and investigations.
• Advise on privacy and security-related due diligence in corporate transactions.
• Drive data breach preparation and response efforts.
• Establish AI governance programs and policies.

Requirements

• 5-6 years of experience in regulatory investigations or litigation involving consumer protection.
• Experience defending data privacy and security class actions.
• Proficiency in compliance with CCPA, GDPR, and other privacy laws.
• Working knowledge of HIPAA, FCRA, GLBA, COPPA, TCPA, CAN-SPAM.
• Member of the California State Bar in good standing.
• Education: Bachelor's degree and Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school.

Certifications

• California State Bar membership.

Skills

• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Superior research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent judgment and decision-making abilities.
• Commitment to career and practice development.

Benefits

Consideration for applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.