Privacy amp Cybersecurity Associate

BCG Attorney Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A highly respected law firm seeks a Mid-Level Associate for its Privacy & Cybersecurity practice in New York City. The role involves advising on U.S. privacy compliance, managing projects, and collaborating with clients in the financial and health sectors. Ideal candidates will have 4-6 years of experience and a strong understanding of privacy laws.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Health savings and flexible spending accounts

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off and firm holidays

Career coaching and professional development programs

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of hands-on privacy counseling experience in a law firm.
• Deep understanding of state privacy laws and sector-specific regulations.
• Must be admitted to practice in the relevant jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on U.S. state privacy law compliance.
• Lead compliance gap assessments and build risk-aligned compliance programs.
• Manage or co-lead large-scale data privacy projects.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Judgment

Independence

Adaptability

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Tools

Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP-US, CIPT, CIPM)

Job description

Location
New York City, NY, United States

Posted on
May 21, 2025

Valid Through
Jun 20, 2025

Profile

Job Overview:
A highly respected law firm is seeking a Mid-Level Associate to join its Privacy & Cybersecurity practice. The ideal candidate will have 4–6 years of experience advising on U.S.-focused privacy compliance, with an emphasis on counseling, gap assessments, program development, and regulatory implementation. This role offers direct client interface, meaningful project ownership, and the opportunity to work in a collaborative, forward-thinking legal environment.

Location:

New York, NY

Duties:

Advise clients on U.S. state privacy law compliance, including CCPA, WA MHMD, and other emerging regulations

Lead compliance gap assessments and build practical, risk-aligned compliance programs

Draft privacy policies, internal guidance, incident response plans, DSR procedures, and contractual frameworks

Support clients in the financial and health/life sciences sectors on matters related to GLBA, HIPAA, CalFIPA, FCRA, and similar laws

Collaborate with supervising partners and provide guidance to junior attorneys and paralegals as needed

Manage or co-lead large-scale data privacy projects with minimal supervision

Draft and negotiate data privacy-related agreements and contracting playbooks

Requirements:

4–6 years of hands-on privacy counseling experience in a law firm environment

Deep understanding of state privacy laws and sector-specific regulations (health and financial sectors strongly preferred)

Ability to frame legal analysis practically and based on client risk profiles

Strong track record managing or leading projects or segments of complex legal matters

Must be admitted to practice in the relevant jurisdiction

Education:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications (Preferred):

Certified Information Privacy Professional (e.g., CIPP-US, CIPT, CIPM)

Skills:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Highly organized with strong attention to detail

Strong judgment and ability to manage competing deadlines

Effective at working independently and in a collegial team setting

Proactive and adaptable in high-stakes client environments

Comprehensive benefits package may include:

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Health savings and flexible spending accounts

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off and firm holidays

Billable credit for wellness initiatives

Paid parental leave and backup child/elder care

Career coaching, mentorship, and professional development programs

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
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