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Cybersecurity & Data Privacy Associate

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment
Posted a day ago, valid for 4 days
Location

London, Greater London E10 6EJ, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • A US law firm in London is seeking a Cybersecurity & Data Privacy Associate with 1–7 years of post-qualification experience (PQE).
  • The role offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge issues in privacy, cybersecurity, and AI law for top-tier clients across various industries.
  • Candidates should have experience in privacy and cybersecurity, preferably from a top-tier international firm, and a strong passion for these areas is essential.
  • The position provides a top-of-the-market US salary, year-end bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package, including hybrid working options.
  • This role is ideal for a motivated England & Wales-qualified lawyer looking to engage in complex legal work with leading companies.
A US law firm is seeking to hire a Cybersecurity & Data Privacy Associate (1–7 PQE) to join its dynamic team in London. This is a unique opportunity to work with a leading, globally integrated practice at the cutting edge of privacy, cybersecurity, and AI law.  The firm’s Cybersecurity & Data Privacy team is known for its multidisciplinary approach and its ability to navigate complex, high-profile issues for top-tier clients. The team works across a broad spectrum of industries, including technology, finance, healthcare, energy, aerospace, and transportation. They represent major global corporations, including Fortune 500 companies and prominent private equity firms, providing expert advice on everything from regulatory compliance and breach response to privacy litigation and tech advisory.  Role Overview     The team have capacity to bring on an associate at the junior end, and at the mid to senior level. They are looking for experience in privacy and cybersecurity, preferably gained at a top-tier international firm. You’ll work on a variety of key issues, including:
  • Advising on cybersecurity preparedness and incident response
  • Managing regulatory investigations and enforcement actions, particularly with UK/EU regulators
  • Assisting clients with building GDPR and UK privacy compliance frameworks, including NIS2, DORA, and operational resilience laws
  • Supporting M&A due diligence and data privacy aspects of transactions
  • Drafting privacy policies, data protection agreements, and notices
  • Providing counsel on AI governance and emerging tech issues
A strong passion for cybersecurity, data protection, and emerging technology law is essential. As the field of AI continues to evolve, the firm expects you to stay ahead of developments and actively engage with the latest trends and innovations.  What’s on Offer   
  • Top of the market US market salary
  • Year-end bonus
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including technology allowances, gym benefits, private medical insurance, enhanced parental leave, and more
  • A hybrid working model (typically 4 days in the office for full-time lawyers)
  • Access to top-tier training, mentoring, and real-time feedback from leading experts
  • Dedicated support for lateral hires through the firm’s Skadden Integration+ program
  • Opportunities to participate in pro bono work through the firm’s collaboration with LawWorks
Who Should Apply?     We are looking for a highly motivated England & Wales-qualified lawyer, or equivalent, with a strong academic background and experience in cybersecurity and data privacy. This role will suit someone eager to engage in complex, challenging legal work with some of the world’s leading companies in the tech, financial, and industrial sectors.Reach out to /

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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