Senior Associate

The Senior Associate will join the Data & Cyber team, within our highly regarded Commercial department at Baker McKenzie, to focus on data protection and cybersecurity work across all sectors. The role will have the following core focus: Responsibilities Data protection / privacy advisory and compliance work for clients across all sectors, including TMT, CG&R, FinTech, Healthcare and others. Working as part of our top-ranked global privacy team on stand‑alone data projects for global clients on strategic issues for the business. Working with commercial and technology teams on data and privacy issues relating to complex technology and other transactions. Working with our corporate teams on data and privacy issues arising in significant M&A, JV and other corporate transactions. Supporting clients on data incidents, cyber attacks, ICO and multiple regulators investigations. Being an active part in local (London) and regional (EMEA) and Global Data & Cyber practice, industry group activities and local, regional and global business and client development initiatives. Given our emphasis on client service, the ability to provide clear advice while having a strong understanding of the commercial context in which that advice is given is of paramount importance. All of our team play an important role in business development and you will be expected to be involved in developing and executing our business development strategy. The Team In today's digital era, continuous innovation is essential for businesses to seize new opportunities. We understand the challenges of staying innovative and profitable. Our team advises on technology transactions, outsourcing, data privacy, information management, and cybersecurity. We design compliance programs to protect critical business interests and use novel structures for new technology offerings. In an increasingly connected world, cybersecurity and data privacy are paramount. Our team helps you establish a robust framework to meet your business objectives and grow securely. We provide comprehensive advice on due diligence, cross-border data transfer, and navigating complex regulatory frameworks. Our advisory services cover a wide range of issues, from due diligence in acquisitions to cross-border data transfers. We explore potential threats up and down your supply chain and renegotiate contracts with third parties to better safeguard your interests and manage cyber risks. Our global network ensures you have a local specialist to navigate regional nuances, giving you the confidence to grow your organization securely. In the event of a cyberattack or data breach, the first 48 hours are critical. Our incident response team offers practical, real‑time advice to help you respond decisively and recover swiftly. We assist with forensics, regulatory reporting, and managing internal and external communications to ensure a swift and effective response. Our extensive network of current and former government and regulatory contacts provides 360° advice to foresee and address any challenges that may follow. Following a cyber or data security breach, you may need to take further offensive or defensive action. Our wider cyber team is on hand to advise on critical risk such as supply chain/customer litigation, claims or mass/ class actions. We leverage our extensive network of regulatory agency contacts support our offering and client interest. Qualifications & Experience Experience advising clients on a range of privacy / data protection matters, ideally in a leading UK or international law firm. Experience gained in‑house within an industry‑leading organisation would also be beneficial (though not essential). Experience working on and co‑ordinating large‑scale privacy compliance projects, audits and assessments. Drafting and negotiating data processing agreements and other privacy‑related contractual documents. Drafting data protection compliance policies and procedures, privacy notices/policies and cookies notices/policies. Advising on international data transfers. Supporting with DSARs and other data subject requests, and data subject complaints. Advising on direct marketing and cookie compliance. Advising on privacy compliance in the context of AI, adtech and connected devices / Internet of Things. Assisting with cyber incident response and breach notification requirements. Proactive and flexible, with an emphasis on reliability, responsiveness and delivery. First‑class communicator – both strong verbally and written – and able to develop relationships with key internal stakeholders and clients with ease. Strong team player with a "client first" mentality. A strong interest in business development. Respects and enjoys the diversity of cultural, social and academic backgrounds found in the Firm. Awards and Recognition Rising rankings in Legal Directories over the last 3 years under the leadership of Vin Bange, also ranked as a leading practitioner in this field. This practice is in an exciting growth phase. Ranked in Law.com's 2024 UK A‑List of best firms to work at. Included in The Times 2024 list of Best Law Firms. Ranked in the Financial Times Most Innovative Law Firms in Europe 2024 list. Listed in The Times Top 100 Graduate Employers 2024‑2025. Winner: Pro Bono Initiative of the Year – The Lawyer Awards 2024. Winner: Finance Team of the Year – Legal Business Awards 2024. Ranked as one of the top 5 largest US law firms in London in The Lawyer's 2024 US 50. At Baker McKenzie we are different in the way we think, work and behave. With our team of 13,000 people, including over 6,500 locally admitted lawyers, in over 70 offices worldwide, we have a passionately collaborative community of 60 nationalities and are committed to world‑class career development to everyone in every job at every level. Baker McKenzie is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion for all. Our unique international culture is reflected in the drawing together of a worldwide family of individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds in all of our offices. We encourage the best people – regardless of race, religion or belief, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation or age – to fulfill their professional aspirations with us. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates. #J-18808-Ljbffr