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Associate Cybersecurity, Data Privacy & AI (1-6 PQE)Location: London | Type: Permanent, Full-TimeSector: Data Privacy, Cybersecurity, AI Regulation, National SecurityThe OpportunityA rare opening has arisen for a Junior or Senior level associate (1-6 PQE) to join the London team of a leading global law firm renowned for its elite-level work across the cybersecurity, data privacy, and national security space.The role sits within a multidisciplinary global practice that partners with Fortune 500 companies, private equity clients, and high-growth tech firms on complex and high-stakes mattersranging from data breach response and regulatory investigations to cross-border privacy frameworks and cutting-edge AI governance.This is an exceptional opportunity for a junior lawyer looking to develop their practice at the intersection of law, technology, and global risk.What You'll Work OnYoull collaborate with a team that handles:High-profile cybersecurity incident response and crisis managementUK/EU regulatory investigations and enforcement mattersStructuring and implementing compliant data privacy programs under GDPR, NIS2, DORA, and other regulatory regimesDue diligence and transactional support in tech and data-heavy M&ADrafting and negotiating privacy policies and data processing agreementsAdvising clients on AI deployment and compliance risksAbout YouYou are likely:A UK-qualified solicitor with 16 years experience in cybersecurity/data privacy, ideally from a law firm or regulatory bodyComfortable working in fast-moving, regulated environmentsInterested in developing a legal practice that bridges law, technology, policy, and innovationExperienced or interested in the legal aspects of AI systems and automated decision-makingAcademically strong with a proactive and collaborative mindsetTraining & DevelopmentThis firm is known for its structured and partner-led training, which includes:Weekly and monthly technical and skills-focused workshopsHands-on learning through high-stakes mattersCross-office knowledge sharing across its global platformA mentoring and integration programme tailored to lateral joinersRewards & BenefitsTop-of-market remuneration with discretionary bonusTech allowance, gym subsidy, and travel supportPrivate medical, life and travel insuranceEnhanced family leave policy22 days annual leave + 3 personal daysHybrid work model: MondayThursday in-office, with support for maintaining a healthy work/life balancePro Bono CultureThis firm strongly encourages pro bono participation, with access to a wide network of charitable and legal support organisations. Junior lawyers are empowered to take ownership of matters that make a real difference.The Practice (Anonymized)The team operates as part of a globally integrated cybersecurity and data privacy group, consistently handling headline-grabbing matters in tech, finance, health care, defense, and AI. With a footprint across key regulatory markets, the practice is a go-to advisor for global crisis management, cross-border data flows, and operational resilience.Interested?If youre a junior associate with a genuine interest in tech, privacy, AI, and global compliance, this is a high-calibre platform with deep bench strength, elite mentorship, and an unrivalled client base.