Corporate Associate (Data privacy and cyber) - Austin

Job Description

Associate – Privacy & Cyber (Transactional)

Locations: Austin Houston San Francisco Silicon Valley Washington, D.C.

Experience Level: 2–5 years

Practice Area: Corporate – Data Privacy & Cybersecurity

Direct Counsel is representing an Am Law 100 firm seeking a Privacy & Cyber Associate (3rd–5th year) to support its thriving Transactional Privacy Practice. This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge privacy and cybersecurity issues at the intersection of technology, law, and business.

You Will:

Advise on CCPA/CPRA, GDPR, and other privacy laws

Support M&A, IPOs, and other corporate deals with privacy components

Negotiate privacy and security terms in commercial agreements

Work with top-tier clients on fast-evolving regulatory matters and tech innovations

You Have:

2+ years of legal experience in privacy, data security, or cyber law

Solid transactional background (especially in tech, commercial contracts, or M&A)

Exceptional writing, communication, and negotiation skills

A passion for privacy and tech—CIPP is a plus!

Strong law firm training and excellent academic credentials

Join a collaborative, fast-paced team tackling complex privacy challenges for clients across industries.

Full-time