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Data, Privacy, and Cybersecurity Associate

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Douglas Scott

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Location:
United Kingdom, Greater London

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Category:
Legal

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Contract Type:
Employment contract

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Salary:

100000.00 - 120000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

A leading US law firm with an excellent foothold in the tech sector is seeking a talented Associate to join its growing London-based Data, Privacy, and Cybersecurity practice. This is a rare opportunity to work at the forefront of data protection, cybersecurity, and emerging digital regulatory frameworks, advising some of the world’s most innovative and high-growth companies. The role involves advising on high-stakes, multi-jurisdictional matters spanning privacy law, data breaches, digital compliance, and strategic regulatory engagement across industries such as financial services, healthtech, social media, and connected mobility.

Job Responsibility:

  • Lead and support on GDPR and UK GDPR compliance programs, cybersecurity incident response, and regulatory investigations
  • Advise on cross-border data transfers, platform regulation, AI governance, and data ethics
  • Work with start-ups, scale-ups, and multinational tech companies across high-growth sectors
  • Contribute to litigation strategy and corporate transactional due diligence

Requirements:

  • 2–4 years of relevant post-qualification experience in data protection and cybersecurity
  • Qualified solicitor in England & Wales
  • Experience advising on UK GDPR, EU GDPR, and cyber-related compliance and risk
  • Strong legal analysis, communication, and drafting skills
  • A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with an interest in working in a fast-paced, international practice

Nice to have:

  • Experience engaging with regulators such as the ICO, CNIL, or other global data protection authorities
  • Background in tech or an understanding of digital infrastructure, platforms, or AI tools
  • Familiarity with programming, network, or web/database technologies
  • U.S. LL.M. or prior cross-border privacy experience
What we offer:
  • Collaborative, intellectually curious environment
  • Chance to advise on cutting-edge legal issues with global impact

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
June 30, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
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