The Cleveland, Columbus or Cincinnati offices of Squire Patton Boggs are seeking an associate with at least four years of experience to join our leading global Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Practice.
Description
The position offers front-line, meaningful (and increasing) responsibility to assist and advise clients on a range of global compliance strategies regarding privacy, data protection, international data transfers and cybersecurity. Responsibilities will include:  working directly with partners in our global Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Practice Group, leading or assuming significant responsibility for projects and directly interfacing with clients; carrying out compliance gap assessments; drafting policies and procedures (privacy policies, privacy statements, incident response plans, vendor contracting templates, etc.); advising on contract and M&A negotiations; and assisting clients to determine compliance risks and priorities and implementing data protection compliance programs.
Academic and Professional Qualifications

J.D. degree or equivalent
Admission to practice and in good standing in Ohio (admitted or admission pending)
Candidates with practical technical experience are strongly preferred
Certified Information Privacy Professionals are strongly preferred, including the following certifications:  CIPP-US, CIPP-EU, and CIPM

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

At least 4-6 years’ of applied experience with data privacy, including specific health care privacy experience (such as HIPAA and state sensitive information laws)
Industry experience and/or experience drafting privacy and security policies and procedures for compliance with at least several of the following: FTC and State AG best practices (FIPPs), GLBA, HIPAA, CAN-SPAM, COPPA, Cal-OPPA, state breach notification and security laws, US-EU and US-Swiss Privacy Shield
Working understanding of international, federal, state and local privacy and security laws and technologies to support compliance
Excellent research and organizational skills; strong verbal and written communication abilities
A self-starter with the ability to prioritize workload with competing demands, display good judgment and work well under pressure
Must be capable of working (and frankly enjoy working) in a collaborative, congenial environment
Proven ability to independently manage matters, or meaningful segments of large/complex matters, and to facilitate pushing projects to completion

How to Apply
Please apply online to be considered for this position. Resumes should be accompanied by an unofficial law school transcript, a recent writing sample (10 pages max.) and a cover letter indicating your preference of office (Cleveland, Columbus or Cincinnati).
We offer a professional and friendly work environment with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, life, 401(k) and many other excellent benefits.
We are not accepting third party submissions.

About Squire Patton Boggs  
Squire Patton Boggs is a full service global law firm providing insight at the point where law, business and government meet, giving you a voice, supporting your ambitions and achieving successful outcomes. With over 1,500 lawyers in 45 offices across 20 countries, we are well-established geographically with strong local and regional positions in North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Latin America, and our practice experience spans all key sectors.  
Squire Patton Boggs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion or creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other condition protected by applicable law. This non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment.