Corporate - Privacy & Cyber (Transactional) Associate

Job Overview:
A highly respected law firm is seeking a qualified Corporate Associate with a focus on Privacy & Cyber (Transactional) to join their team. This position offers an opportunity for a talented attorney with a minimum of two years of experience in privacy law to work on cutting-edge compliance and transactional matters. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, and corporate transactional work related to data privacy and security. The role involves working with top-tier clients across various industries on high-profile privacy and security issues, including M&A deals, IPOs, and more.

Location:

• Houston, TX

Duties:

• Advise clients on compliance with privacy laws and regulations
• Negotiate privacy and security components of commercial services agreements
• Handle privacy and security aspects of corporate transactions (e.g., M&A deals, IPOs)
• Draft and negotiate privacy-related clauses in corporate agreements
• Lead matters proactively and efficiently, managing multiple projects with minimal supervision
• Work collaboratively with other legal professionals to address complex data privacy and security issues
• Provide insight into the intersection of technology and privacy law

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in privacy law, with a focus on corporate transactional work
• Experience with commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, and data privacy/security issues
• Proven track record in managing privacy and security aspects of corporate transactions (M&A, IPOs)
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
• Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines independently
• Strong understanding of privacy laws and regulations
• Knowledge of technology and online technologies preferred

Education:

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

Certifications:

• CIPP certification (preferred but not required)

Skills:

• Strong drafting and negotiation skills
• In-depth knowledge of privacy laws and regulatory compliance
• Ability to lead and manage multiple projects with minimal supervision
• Excellent time management and multitasking abilities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Aptitude for technology and understanding of online technologies (preferred)

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package (details available upon request)
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment

Its area of specialization is complex transactional matters. The firm represent clients in the energy industry namely energy companies, private equity funds, investment banks and commercial lenders. The Texas practice staffs over fifty knowledgeable attorneys. Over thirty-five billion U.S. dollars in debt and equity capital market transactions was accomplished by the Texas practice group. A notable industry publication awarded the Texas practice with a high ranking for their mergers and acquisitions law expertise.