Senior Associate/Special Counsel Cybersecurity Data Privacy amp Regulatory Enforcement

BCG Attorney Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Associate or Special Counsel specializing in cybersecurity and data privacy law. This role offers an exciting opportunity to manage complex litigation and regulatory enforcement cases while providing strategic legal counsel on high-profile matters. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in privacy law, class actions, and regulatory investigations. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to tackling cutting-edge legal issues, ensuring compliance, and leading impactful projects. If you are passionate about privacy law and eager to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in privacy and data security law.
• Strong expertise in litigation and regulatory enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in privacy-related disputes and regulatory investigations.
• Lead and coordinate complex legal projects with client engagement.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Client-Focused Approach

Project Management

Technical Proficiency

Communication Skills

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Senior Associate/Special Counsel Cybersecurity Data Privacy amp Regulatory Enforcement

Company name
BCG Attorney Search

Experience
3-20 yrs required

Location
New York City, NY, United States

Posted on
Apr 07, 2025

Valid Through
May 07, 2025

Profile

A law firm seeks an accomplished Senior Associate or Special Counsel specializing in litigation and regulatory enforcement in the areas of privacy and data security. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing complex privacy-related cases, regulatory investigations, and class actions. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile matters within a growing practice that tackles cutting-edge legal issues in cybersecurity and data privacy. Applicants should be prepared to lead key projects, interact with clients, and provide strategic legal counsel on sensitive matters.

Duties:

1. Litigation & Regulatory Enforcement:
   • Represent clients in privacy and data security-related disputes, including class actions and regulatory investigations.
   • Manage cases involving data breaches, consumer protection issues, and unfair trade practices.
   • Defend clients against claims under federal and state laws, including the Stored Communications Act and wiretapping claims.
2. Client Engagement & Project Leadership:
   • Lead and coordinate complex projects while maintaining direct communication with clients.
   • Provide strategic guidance on privacy and cybersecurity issues across various industries.
3. Legal Research & Analysis:
   • Conduct detailed research to support litigation, regulatory filings, and advisory work.
   • Keep clients informed on evolving privacy regulations and emerging risks in data security.
4. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
   • Work alongside other attorneys across multiple disciplines to support cybersecurity, intellectual property, and regulatory matters.
   • Collaborate with internal teams on integrated legal solutions for clients.

Requirements:

1. A minimum of 7 years of experience focused on privacy and data security law, with expertise in litigation and/or regulatory enforcement.
2. Strong experience defending privacy class actions, including those related to data breaches and unfair trade practices.
3. Knowledge of consumer protection laws and regulations, including issues like wiretapping and the Stored Communications Act.
4. Proven ability to lead complex legal projects, manage clients, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
5. Excellent analytical, research, and writing skills, with a strong attention to detail and clarity in legal documentation.
6. Tech-savvy, with a solid understanding of the evolving landscape of cybersecurity and data privacy law.

Education:

1. J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

1. Current and active license to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills:

1. Analytical Thinking:
   • Strong capacity for detailed legal analysis and synthesizing complex legal information.
2. Client-Focused Approach:
   • Exceptional ability to build and maintain client relationships, offering practical legal advice on privacy and cybersecurity issues.
3. Project Management:
   • Experience in managing multiple legal matters concurrently, ensuring timely and high-quality results.
4. Technical Proficiency:
   • Familiarity with key technologies and trends in privacy and data security.
5. Communication Skills:
   • Outstanding verbal and written communication, with the ability to explain complex legal issues in an accessible manner.

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled attorney with a strong background in cybersecurity and data privacy law to make an impactful contribution to a growing practice and work on complex, high-stakes legal issues.