Cyber Privacy and Data Innovation Career Associate

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly qualified career associate with 4-6 years of experience to join their Cyber, Privacy, and Data Innovation group in Seattle, Washington. This role offers an alternative to the partner track, allowing for substantive legal work with a lower annual time commitment. The position involves advising on privacy, cybersecurity, and AI compliance programs.

Duties

• Advise clients on compliance with U.S. and international privacy, cybersecurity, and AI laws.
• Support the development of global privacy, AI, and cybersecurity compliance programs.
• Counsel on privacy, security, and AI due diligence in corporate transactions.
• Draft and negotiate data processing agreements and related documentation.
• Provide guidance on incident preparedness and data breach response.
• Advise on cross-border data transfer mechanisms and strategies.
• Counsel on AI governance and responsible AI innovation.
• Provide product counseling across various technology industries.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines with minimal supervision.

Requirements

• 4-6 years of experience in privacy, cybersecurity, AI, and data protection matters.
• Experience advising on major privacy and data protection frameworks.
• Experience negotiating privacy and security terms in commercial contracts.
• Familiarity with AI regulatory developments is preferred.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Proactive communication and project management skills.
• Strong academic credentials from a nationally recognized law school.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a global team.
• Demonstrated aptitude for technology and emerging technologies.

Education

• JD is required.

Certifications

• CIPP/US, CIPT, CIPM, AIGP, or other IAPP certifications are a plus.
• Admission to the state bar of the office location.

Skills

• Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to engage directly with clients and lead significant projects.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Mental well-being programs and family care benefits.
• Short- and long-term disability and parental leave benefits.
• Health savings account contributions and flexible spending accounts.
• 401K program and compensated time off through Flexible Time Off program.

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