Mid-level Data & Cyber Associate

Baker McKenzie seeks an associate attorney for its Data & Cyber practice in the Chicago, Dallas, or New York offices. The ideal candidate will have three to five years of privacy, cybersecurity, and/or AI experience at a large or specialized firm, including advisory (e.g., state and federal privacy laws, DOJ outbound data transaction rule, state AI laws and regulations, and the like), and/or crisis management (e.g., responding to ransomware or other cybersecurity incidents and/or a government inquiry inquiries). Experience in all areas not required, but ongoing active interest in privacy, cybersecurity and AI law work is expected. Major law firm experience is a plus.

Candidates must have strong analytical and writing skills, exceptional speaking and interpersonal skills and the ability to function smoothly in a global-team environment with culturally diverse team members. Additionally, candidates must be admitted and a member in good standing of the Bar in the state of employment. Please include a cover letter, transcripts, resume, and writing sample with your application.

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 can offer you both the uncompromising commitment to excellence expected of a top firm paired with a passionately global and genuinely collaborative working environment.

This position is bonus-eligible and includes medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits based on the number of hours worked. The US base compensation for this position is expected to be $260,000 to $365,000 annually. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

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 if any, 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. Should candidates require any reasonable adjustments and/or accommodations when applying to or interviewing with our Firm, please notify recruitmentservices@bakermckenzie.com.