Privacy Lawyer

Job Description

We are a global law firm with a powerful strategic focus and real momentum. Our industry-focused strategy is seeing us take on pioneering work in places that others have yet to reach. Our shared values define our culture and our workplace. You will find us to be unusually collegial, team-oriented, and ready to innovate. We work seamlessly across practices, offices and around the world. This elimination of boundaries has allowed us to evolve into a law firm that works as hard for its culture as it does for its clients.

Norton Rose Fulbright is seeking a Privacy Counsel with at least 3-7 years of experience to join our U.S. Data Protection, Privacy, and Cybersecurity practice. This role is primarily privacy-focused, advising clients on U.S. state and federal privacy laws (CCPA/CPRA, HIPAA, COPPA, TCPA, FTC Act) as well as GDPR and cross-border data issues.

The ideal candidate will have experience counseling clients on privacy compliance programs, data governance, vendor and consumer contracts, and regulatory investigations. Exposure to incident response and broader cyber risk management is a plus, but the focus of the role is on proactive privacy counseling. Law firm experience is preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise clients across sectors on compliance with global and U.S. privacy laws and frameworks, including:

  • GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, HIPAA, COPPA, TCPA, the FTC Act, and emerging U.S. state privacy laws

• Develop, implement, and assess privacy compliance programs, data handling practices, and risk mitigation strategies

• Counsel on cross-border data transfers, data localization laws, and international data flows

• Advise on privacy aspects of digital products, advertising, AI, big data, and emerging technologies

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

• Provide guidance on privacy policies, consent frameworks, and consumer rights management

• Support M&A and other corporate transactions through privacy due diligence and risk assessments

• Assist with regulatory investigations, enforcement actions, and consumer complaints involving data use and privacy practices

• Contribute to privacy readiness efforts (including U.S. state law compliance programs and global harmonization strategies)

• Support incident response and regulatory notifications in collaboration with forensic and breach response teams

• Participate in privacy and cybersecurity tabletop exercises, and assist with the review of incident response plans

• Advise on data governance, security policies, and enterprise risk management from a privacy perspective

Qualifications:

• 3-7 years of experience focused on privacy law

• Strong knowledge of U.S. federal and state privacy laws; experience with GDPR and international frameworks preferred

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; client-facing experience required

• Ability to manage complex matters independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams and outside vendors

• CIPP/US, CIPT, or other privacy certification is a plus

Law firm experience preferred; in-house experience considered with appropriate depth of work
 

Compensation
Employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with skill and experience. The full time base annual salary for this position in the Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, New York City and San Francisco market is expected to range between $250,000 - $450,000. This range represents the firm's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting for a position in Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, New York City and San Francisco. Salaries in other markets will vary depending on market data. Bonus opportunities are non-guaranteed and are dependent upon individual and firm performance.

Top 5 Reasons to Join Norton Rose Fulbright

We’re committed to your professional and personal growth. Here’s what sets us apart:

1. Well-Being & Inclusion

Thrive in a workplace that values a people-first culture, work-life balance, and overall well-being. Enjoy:

• Carrot Fertility: Inclusive family-forming benefits for all full-time employees.

• Vacation Award: Earn a $2,500 vacation stipend after meeting billable thresholds.

• Wellness Perks: Free Peloton app membership, Lyra mental health support (8 free therapy or coaching sessions), and Spot Pet Insurance for your furry companions.​​

2. Growth & Career Development

Advance your career with hands-on experience, sector-specific expertise, and leadership opportunities.

• Business Development Support: Reimbursement for relationship-building activities.

• Executive Coaching: Eligible lawyers with 250+ BD hours receive firm-sponsored coaching.

3. Global Reach, Local Impact

Work on cross-border deals, international clients, and high-profile projects while making a difference in your local community.

• Pro Bono & Volunteer Time: All non-partner lawyers receive 8 hours of firm time per year for community service.

4. Collaborative Culture, World-Class Talent

Join a team that fosters mentorship, innovation, and professional excellence.

• Referral Bonus: Earn $50,000 for referring top-tier legal talent who join the firm.

​5. Commitment to Innovation

Stay at the forefront of the legal industry with cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions that enhance your practice and drive success.

Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Benefit packages include access to three medical plans, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Employees can also access pre-tax benefits such as health savings and flexible spending accounts. Norton Rose Fulbright helps provide financial security by allowing employees to participate in a 401(k) savings plan and profit-sharing plans if eligible. Full- time employees are eligible to access fertility benefits designed to support fertility and family-forming journeys.

In addition to the Firm’s health and welfare benefits above, we offer a competitive paid time off plan, which provides a minimum of 20 days off based on your role and tenure with the firm. The firm offers a generous paid parental leave benefit allowing parents to take a minimum of 14 weeks of paid leave to bond with your newborn, or adopted child(ren). Employees are also entitled to 11 Firm holidays.

Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal laws and their implementing regulations that require the collection and recording of certain data and information. The information we receive will not be used to make any decision regarding employment and will be kept separate from your application. Similarly, self-identification information is kept confidential and used only in accordance with applicable federal laws and regulations. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Norton Rose Fulbright is committed to providing reasonable accommodation as an Equal Opportunity Employer to applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or accommodation to complete your application, please contact [email protected]. Please provide your contact information and a description of your accessibility issue. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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