Technology Licensing Data Privacy amp Security Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Clayton (MO); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, vision, and dental insurance

401k plan

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search represents a law firm seeking an associate with 4–7 years of experience to join the Technology Licensing, Data Privacy, and Security practice in Clayton, MO. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement and opportunities to advise on data privacy, cybersecurity, and AI governance.

You will draft and negotiate technology agreements, lead privacy assessments, support incident response, and contribute to client-facing thought leadership while collaborating with colleagues

Qualifications

• J.D. required from an accredited law school.
• 4–7 years of experience in data privacy, cybersecurity, or technology transactions.
• Experience drafting and negotiating technology-related agreements.
• CIPP/US, CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT, or AIGP certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on data privacy and cybersecurity compliance.
• Counsel on data asset management and privacy program development.
• Draft, review, and negotiate technology and commercial agreements.
• Draft and review data protection agreements and privacy provisions.
• Advise on IP ownership, protection, and licensing strategies.
• Lead and support incident response and breach investigations.
• Advise on AI governance and related legal risks.
• Conduct privacy impact assessments and risk analyses.
• Monitor legislative developments and evolving obligations.
• Assist with regulatory inquiries and enforcement actions.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver integrated solutions.
• Contribute to client-facing thought leadership.

Skills

Data privacy

Cybersecurity

Technology transactions

Contract drafting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a talented associate with 4-7 years of experience to join their Technology Licensing, Data Privacy, and Security team in Clayton, MO. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement.

Duties

• Advise clients on compliance with data privacy and cybersecurity laws and AI governance frameworks.
• Counsel clients on data asset management and privacy program development.
• Draft, review, and negotiate technology and commercial agreements.
• Draft and review data protection agreements and privacy provisions in transactions.
• Advise on IP ownership, protection, and licensing strategies.
• Lead and support incident response efforts, including breach investigations.
• Advise on AI governance and associated legal risks.
• Conduct privacy impact assessments and risk analyses.
• Monitor legislative developments and advise on emerging obligations.
• Assist with regulatory inquiries and enforcement actions.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver integrated solutions.
• Contribute to client-facing thought leadership.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• 4-7 years of experience in data privacy, cybersecurity, or technology transactions.
• Experience drafting and negotiating technology-related agreements.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple client matters independently and collaboratively.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• CIPP/US, CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT, or AIGP certification preferred.

Skills

• Strong drafting and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Health, vision, and dental insurance.
• 401k plan.
• Life and disability insurance.