3 September 2026
Emerging Technologies and Data Privacy Associate (Mid-Level to Senior-Level)
Key requirements
3+ years of experience in emerging technologies, data privacy, and/or advertising and marketing Specific experience in privacy and product compliance and counseling Experience in tech transactions, data transactions, contract drafting and negotiation, AdTech, digital media and advertising transactions, and data breach counseling Active member of the California State Bar
The role
Reed Smith is seeking a mid-level to senior-level Associate to join its Emerging Technologies practice in San Francisco. The role focuses on data privacy, technology transactions, and advertising/marketing law, suitable for an experienced lawyer with 3+ years of PQE.
What you'll do
- Work independently on complex privacy projects and investigations
- Engage in significant client contact
- Contribute to business development and client relationship growth
- Identify opportunities to expand the firm’s privacy and data protection practice
What we're looking for
3+ years of experience in emerging technologies, data privacy, and/or advertising and marketing
Specific experience in privacy and product compliance and counseling
Experience in tech transactions, data transactions, contract drafting and negotiation, AdTech, digital media and advertising transactions, and data breach counseling
Active member of the California State Bar
Familiarity with digital advertising technology and AI-related legal and regulatory matters
Strong project management skills
Ability to manage multiple complex matters simultaneously
Developing internal data protection programs· nice to have
Conducting privacy assessments and building out data maps· nice to have
Performing data protection impact assessments· nice to have
Drafting privacy policies· nice to have
Negotiating data processing agreements· nice to have
Managing data incident response· nice to have
Advising on cutting-edge or high-risk privacy issues, like AI, AdTech, health data, biometric data, and/or kids and teen data· nice to have
Benefits
401k Plan
Medical
Health Savings Account
Virtual Health
Dental
Vision
Accident insurance
Hospital indemnity insurance
Critical illness insurance
Life insurance
Short term disability insurance
Long term disability insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Lyra Health EAP
Paid Family Leave
Transportation benefit
Back-up Child Care
College Coach
Pet insurance
Paid sick time
Vacation time
Excess Liability Insurance
Hiring contacts
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