Data Privacy amp Transactional Attorney

A law firm seeks a Data Privacy & Transactional Attorney to join its team in Tampa, FL. This role involves counseling clients on complex data privacy and security issues within high-profile compliance and transactional matters. The ideal candidate will manage privacy components of corporate transactions, including M&A deals, IPOs, and financings, while staying ahead of evolving federal, state, and international privacy laws., * Counsel clients on privacy compliance aspects of transactional work, including mergers, acquisitions, financings, and technology transactions.

• Draft privacy and security policies, negotiate privacy-related contracts, and prepare data processing agreements.
• Handle all privacy and security components of corporate transactions, including due diligence for M&A deals and IPOs.
• Translate changes in federal, state, and international privacy laws into practical guidance for clients.
• Collaborate with partners and clients to develop data governance strategies and build lasting client relationships.
• Lead and assist with incident response, risk assessments, compliance reviews, and regulatory strategy.

• Bar admission in good standing in Florida, Ohio, Minnesota, North Carolina, or South Carolina.
• Four or more years of relevant legal experience in data privacy with a clear trajectory for advancement.
• Experience counseling clients on privacy compliance aspects of transactional work, including M&A and technology transactions.
• Experience drafting privacy and security policies and negotiating privacy-related contracts or data processing agreements.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously while proactively driving matters forward with minimal supervision.

Education

• Law degree from an accredited institution with strong academic credentials., * Solid understanding of federal privacy laws (e.g., TCPA, GLBA, FCRA, CAN-SPAM, COPPA, FTC Act), state laws (e.g., CCPA), and international regimes (e.g., GDPR).
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Aptitude for technology and understanding of online technologies, including AI governance frameworks and emerging AI regulations.
• Strong professional references and ability to work collaboratively in a hybrid environment.

• Competitive compensation and annual bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package including PTO, medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Firm-paid life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage.
• Retirement savings plan and paid parental leave.
• Dedicated mentorship and professional development opportunities.