Privacy Lawyer

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Job Overview

A nationally recognized law firm is seeking a highly experienced Privacy & Cybersecurity Counsel to join its U.S. Data Protection and Privacy practice. This role is ideal for attorneys with 3–7 years of legal experience advising clients on compliance with federal, state, and international privacy laws, including GDPR. The focus of this role is proactive privacy counseling, with opportunities to support complex regulatory matters, product counseling, and cross-border data strategy.

Location

• Denver, CO

Duties

• Advise clients on U.S. state and federal privacy laws such as CCPA/CPRA, HIPAA, COPPA, TCPA, and the FTC Act

• Provide guidance on GDPR and international data protection requirements

• Develop, assess, and implement privacy compliance programs and data governance frameworks

• Draft and negotiate data protection agreements, vendor contracts, and data sharing arrangements

• Support corporate transactions through privacy-focused due diligence

• Guide clients on digital privacy matters related to AI, adtech, mobile apps, and data monetization

• Counsel clients on cross-border data transfers, data localization, and global harmonization strategies

• Assist with regulatory investigations, consumer complaints, and enforcement actions

• Collaborate with cybersecurity professionals during incident response and notification efforts

• Conduct privacy tabletop exercises and review incident response plans

Requirements

• Minimum of 3–7 years of experience practicing privacy law

• Deep knowledge of U.S. federal and state privacy regulations

• Experience in GDPR and cross-border data privacy frameworks preferred

• Demonstrated ability to advise clients independently and manage complex legal matters

• Strong drafting and negotiation experience related to privacy and security terms

• Comfortable working with clients in tech, healthcare, financial services, or other regulated sectors

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school

Certifications

• Active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

• CIPP/US, CIPT, or related privacy certification preferred

Skills

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to manage and advise on privacy-related legal issues across business units

• Skilled in contract negotiation, compliance documentation, and regulatory engagement

• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple client matters simultaneously

• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams

Benefits

• Annual performance-based bonus potential

• Comprehensive health benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

• Access to flexible spending and health savings accounts

• 401(k) savings plan with profit-sharing eligibility

• 14 weeks of paid parental leave

• Minimum 20 days of PTO annually, plus 11 paid holidays

• Carrot Fertility benefits and support for family planning

• Free Peloton app access and Lyra mental health counseling (8 sessions/year)

• Pet insurance through Spot

• Executive coaching for attorneys with qualifying business development hours

• $2,500 vacation stipend upon meeting billable threshold

• $50,000 referral bonus for successful attorney hires

• Up to 8 pro bono hours per year for non-partner lawyers

• Career advancement and leadership training opportunities

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : (312) 321-9411
Fax : (213) 895-7306