Privacy Attorney/Lawyer

We are looking for an experienced Privacy Attorney/Lawyer to support complex data privacy and compliance matters for a long-term contract opportunity in Pennsylvania. This role is well suited for a legal specialist with strong knowledge of U.S. and European privacy frameworks, including GDPR, and ideally familiarity with California privacy requirements. The attorney will work closely with business stakeholders on day-to-day privacy counseling while also providing guidance on select external-facing matters. Candidates with experience advising technology-focused organizations are especially encouraged to apply, though applicants from other sectors will also be considered.

Responsibilities:
• Advise business teams on privacy, data protection, and information governance issues across a broad range of operational and strategic initiatives.
• Interpret and apply U.S. privacy laws and European data protection requirements, including GDPR, to support compliant business practices.
• Provide legal guidance on California privacy considerations when applicable, helping stakeholders address evolving regulatory obligations.
• Draft, review, and refine privacy policies, contractual language, notices, and related documentation to align with legal and business needs.
• Partner extensively with internal stakeholders and periodically support communications or legal matters involving external parties.
• Assess privacy risks in products, services, and business processes, offering practical recommendations that balance compliance and commercial objectives.
• Support legal matters that may involve briefing, discovery coordination, motion-related work, or other attorney-driven documentation as needed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to respond to privacy questions, manage sensitive data issues, and strengthen ongoing compliance efforts.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor or equivalent legal degree with experience practicing as an attorney in privacy or data protection law.

• Strong working knowledge of both U.S. privacy regulations and European privacy law, including GDPR.

• Familiarity with California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)

• Prior experience advising organizations such as and is required.

• Ability to work in a highly client-facing environment, with most interactions focused on internal business partners and some exposure to external parties.

• Background drafting and reviewing legal documents, including policies, briefs, motions, or discovery-related materials.

• Experience in the technology industry is preferred, though candidates from other industries with relevant privacy expertise will be considered.

• Licensed attorney credentials are welcome, and no specific state bar admission is required for this role.

Compensation

$50.00-$80.00 Hourly

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