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Axiom Talent Platform

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$309K/yr

Join Our Team as a Data Privacy Lawyer at Axiom We are currently seeking a Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Lawyer to work with some of the world's largest companies across multiple industries. This is ...

Robert Half

Privacy Attorney/Lawyer

Blue Bell, PA · Remote

$50 - $80/hr

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 ...

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ZwillGen

Privacy Counseling Attorney

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$225K - $300K/yr

We are seeking an experienced data privacy attorney to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to join a growing practice and work on cutting edge issues for very interesting clients, most of ...

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As of Jul 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for data privacy lawyer in the United States is $100,626.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,000.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Data Privacy Lawyer advises organizations on legal requirements related to data protection, privacy laws, and regulatory compliance. They help businesses navigate laws like the GDPR, CCPA, and other global privacy regulations to ensure proper handling of personal data. Their work includes drafting privacy policies, conducting risk assessments, responding to data breaches, and representing clients in legal matters related to data privacy. They also keep up with evolving laws to provide guidance on best practices in data security and compliance.

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As a Data Privacy Lawyer, your daily responsibilities often include advising clients on compliance with data protection laws, drafting privacy policies, managing data breaches, and negotiating data processing agreements. You may be tasked with responding to regulatory inquiries and collaborating closely with IT, HR, and compliance teams to ensure company-wide privacy practices are up to date. Challenges frequently involve interpreting evolving legislation, balancing business objectives with legal requirements, and responding rapidly to privacy incidents. Adaptability and continuous learning are important, as privacy law is a fast-growing and ever-changing field.

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To thrive as a Data Privacy Lawyer, you need deep knowledge of privacy laws (such as GDPR, CCPA, and HIPAA), legal analysis, and risk assessment skills, usually backed by a law degree and licensure to practice. Familiarity with privacy management tools, data mapping software, and relevant industry certifications like CIPP/E or CIPM from the IAPP are highly valued. Exceptional communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills help you effectively advise clients and collaborate with cross-functional teams. These abilities ensure you can protect organizational data interests, maintain regulatory compliance, and mitigate legal risks in an evolving digital landscape.

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Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Lawyer

Axiom Talent Platform

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$309K/yr

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Join Our Team as a Data Privacy Lawyer at Axiom

We are currently seeking a Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Lawyer to work with some of the world's largest companies across multiple industries. This is an existing vacancy.

Responsibilities:
  • Provide legal advice and counsel on privacy compliance requirements and opportunities for improvement of privacy policies
  • Work with and advise business and compliance clients directly, as well as providing guidance and practical solution
  • Maintain strong, collaborative relationships with internal business partners and stakeholders.
  • Experience providing legal advice regarding privacy, privacy impact assessments, data-sharing, and related issues
Qualifications:
  • 4+ years of experience working in the data privacy space.
  • Substantive data protection and data privacy experience and an in-depth knowledge of U.S. and EU privacy statutes - including GDPR, CCPA.
  • Experience standardizing policies, protocols, and training programs, including the associated documents such as vendor and client contracts. This includes providing guidance across various stakeholders, such as business and product development, mergers and acquisitions, investor relations, and procurement.
  • Active bar license in the state where you reside.
Compensation:

The estimated total compensation for full-time Axiom attorney roles is $104,500-325,000 per year and for non-attorney roles is $71,250-309,750 per year. Compensation decisions are based on various factors, including, but not limited to, experience, skills, certifications, location, and business needs.  Employees may be eligible for additional benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance; paid holidays and PTO; flexible work arrangements; and professional development opportunities and tools.

About Axiom:

For over 25 years, Axiom has pioneered the alternative legal services industry, now serving more than 1,500 legal departments globally with our unique blend of world-class legal talent and advanced AI tools, delivering innovative solutions ranging from that combine top-tier talent with cutting-edge technology. We tackle complex legal matters across 12 practice areas for clients ranging from Fortune 100 to SMBs, empowering our legal professionals to engage in meaningful work that advances their careers. Our Talent NPS score of +71% and our Client NPS score of +64% highlight our commitment to excellence (Reported scores were Axiom's average for 2025 - the legal industry average NPS score is +35%). Join our forward-thinking community where you'll keep your career dynamic and multi-faceted, be part of a company that values agility, collaboration, and excellence, and love both the law and your life.

Learn more about life at Axiom. 

Axiom is the global leader in high-caliber, on-demand legal talent. Covering North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC, we enable legal departments to drive efficiency and growth and meet the demands of today's business landscape with best in class alterative legal services.  

Diversity is core to our values and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Axiom ensures equal employment opportunity in recruitment and employment, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religious creed or belief, political opinion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender identity status, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital (or civil or other partnership recognized by law) status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Axiom prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment.

Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Axiom will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who require accommodations to participate in each stage of the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact benefits@axiomlaw.com.

Axiom respects your privacy. For an explanation of the kind of information we collect about you and how it is used, our full data privacy notice is available here.   

Employment with Axiom may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check, providing proof of identity, and possessing the necessary legal authorization to work. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, NY Fair Chance Act, and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.  

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