Description:

Business Unit: Privacy & Data Security

Title: Associate

Office: Silicon Valley, CA

Job Req. #: 1048

Position Description:
Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP, is seeking a highly qualified associate with two to four years of privacy and data security experience to join our firm.

Ideal candidates will have substantial experience counseling clients on privacy and data security matters, including those related to regulatory compliance, governance and transactions. Experience with incident response, investigations and/or litigation is a plus but not a prerequisite. Experience developing proactive programs to comply with federal, state, and international cybersecurity and privacy laws and regulations is preferred. Additional background in or familiarity with emerging technologies (including artificial intelligence), advertising and marketing, and/or product development is welcome.

Requirements:

Two to four years of meaningful privacy and data security experience in an in-house or law firm environment
Outstanding academic credentials
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong research and analytical skills
Bar membership in good standing in the jurisdiction in which you plan to practice

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Fostering diversity, equity and inclusion is one of Manatt's core values and is fundamental to our organization's continued progression. We believe a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we live, work and serve enriches Manatt's culture and enhances our ability to understand our clients' needs and develop better, more impactful solutions. In collaboration with Firm leadership, our Diversity and Inclusion department drives the Firm's efforts, engaging our legal, consulting, business, and administrative professionals to create and sustain a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.

About Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP:
Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP, is a leading professional services firm, providing integrated legal and consulting services to a global client base. With offices strategically located in California (Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, San Francisco, Sacramento and Silicon Valley), New York (New York City and Albany), Chicago, Washington, D.C., and Boston, the Firm represents sophisticated clients — including Fortune 500, middle-market and emerging companies — across a range of industry sectors such as health care; financial services; entertainment; digital and technology; and energy, environmental and real estate. For more information, visit www.manatt.com.

Join Us:
If you want to join a future-thinking, entrepreneurially-minded team of passionate and driven professionals, we strongly encourage you to apply. All candidates must apply through our online application portal (apply here). Required application materials include a cover letter, resume, transcript and writing sample (two to three pages from your academic or work experience of which you are the sole author).

EEO/AA EMPLOYER/Veterans/Disabled
Manatt is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, physical or mental disability, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex or gender (including gender identity, gender expression, status as a transgender or transsexual individual, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), age (over 40), genetic information, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, sexual orientation, political activity or affiliation, genetic or and any other protected classes or characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the American Disabilities Act, applicants may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process.

Job Posting Disclaimer
Please be advised that we are currently not accepting agency submissions for this position and will not review or respond to unsolicited submissions.

Salary:
The base annual pay range for this role is between $225,000 - $295,000. The base pay to be offered will vary and depend on skills and qualifications, experience, location and will also take into account internal equity. Additional medical, financial and/or other benefits will be offered dependent on the position.