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People Placers Staffing is currently representing a preeminent legal powerhouse in their search for a high-caliber legal strategist to join their elite digital governance and litigation practice.



§ Title: Senior Privacy, Cybersecurity & AI Associate | Partner Track

Practice Area: Global Data Protection, Regulatory Enforcement, and Emerging Technology Governance

§ Location: San Francisco, CA

§ Salary: $365,000 – $390,000 (Commensurate with specialized expertise; includes premier-tier bonus structures and a comprehensive executive benefits package)

§ Schedule: Full-time, Direct-Hire, Competitive Annual Billed Target

§ The Firm

Our client is an illustrious Am Law 100 firm, globally recognized for its sophisticated handling of the most complex challenges at the intersection of technology, law, and commerce. Frequently securing Tier 1 national rankings in Chambers and Partners for Data Privacy and Information Security, this firm is a preferred counsel for Silicon Valley’s most innovative enterprises and Fortune 500 stalwarts alike.

Founded on a culture of intellectual curiosity and aggressive advocacy, the firm has built a legacy of excellence in navigating the "behind-the-scenes" mechanics of the internet and artificial intelligence. They offer a transparent path to partnership for associates who demonstrate exceptional leadership and technical mastery. This is an environment that prizes self-motivated problem solvers and provides the resources of a global platform to support the growth of a world-class legal practice.

§ Duties

The incoming Senior Associate will serve as a lead advisor on nearly exclusive data protection matters, balancing high-stakes regulatory defense with proactive compliance architecture for cutting-edge technology systems.

Core responsibilities include:

⨖ Counseling multi-national corporations on comprehensive compliance frameworks involving the CCPA, GDPR, and emerging state-level privacy statutes.

⨖ Defending clients in complex regulatory investigations and class action litigation involving consumer protection issues, the Stored Communications Act, and wiretapping claims.

⨖ Architecting and refining bespoke privacy notices, terms of service, and internal information security policies to mitigate institutional risk.

⨖ Managing the legal lifecycle of data breaches, including preparation, risk mitigation, and the coordination of rapid-response efforts.

⨖ Negotiating sophisticated commercial agreements involving complex data sharing, including vendor/service provider and cross-border transfer agreements.

⨖ Establishing and overseeing AI governance programs, ensuring alignment with the EU AI Act and evolving domestic artificial intelligence regulations.

⨖ Conducting privacy-centric due diligence for high-value corporate transactions and business combinations.

§ Qualifications

Potential candidates must meet the following absolute requirements to be considered for this partner-track role.

⨖ Juris Doctor (J.D.) from a nationally recognized, ABA-accredited law school with an exemplary academic record.

⨖ Active Bar Membership in good standing with the State Bar of California.

⨖ Five (5) to Six (6) Years of substantive experience in data privacy, regulatory investigations, or cybersecurity litigation.

⨖ Proven track record of direct client engagement and the ability to lead significant, multi-faceted legal projects.

⨖ Direct experience handling matters involving State AG or FTC inquiries and data privacy class action defense.

§ Skills

The following advanced credentials and experiences are highly preferred and will distinguish the most competitive applicants.

⨖ Previous or current tenure within an Am Law 100 firm environment.

⨖ Professional certifications such as CIPP/US or CIPP/E.

⨖ Sector-specific expertise in financial services, digital advertising, biometrics, or telecommunications (TCPA/CAN-SPAM).

⨖ Technical fluency in the mechanics of automated decision-making, profiling, and large language model (LLM) governance.

⨖ A demonstrated commitment to business development and an interest in expanding a personal network within the California tech corridor.

!Notice¡ *This a job advertisement on behalf of our client and does not reflect the full job description for the role. Any qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. You will need to provide law school transcripts, a writing sample or deal sheets, and a cover letter in order to be considered for this role. This posting does not constitute an offer of employment. and the listed compensation details may vary by state or experience and will be discussed thoroughly during interview phase.