KO Law PC is seeking an attorney with at least four years of experience with data privacy and security compliance at a top national or international firm, or sophisticated in-house department. This position can be based out of our Denver or Boulder offices.

• Advise and counsel clients on privacy and cybersecurity matters, such as compliance with applicable privacy and security laws, drafting privacy policies, implementation of internal policies and governance, internal investigations to assess corporate privacy compliance, data breach preparedness and response, and product design and development.
• Draft and negotiate data privacy aspects of commercial contracts for technology and other companies, including agreements for data processing, SaaS, and intellectual property licensing.
• Provide M&A support on data privacy and security issues.

• JD from accredited law school.
• Licensed (or willingness to become licensed) to practice law in Colorado.
• At least four years of work experience in a top national or international firm, or sophisticated in-house department in data privacy and security compliance.
• In-depth knowledge of and experience advising clients regarding privacy, artificial intelligence, and data protection laws (GDPR, UK GDPR, CCPA and other comprehensive privacy laws, state data security laws, marketing and advertising rules, laws concerning AI and automated decision-making technologies, etc.).
• Experience leading implementation of privacy/AI compliance programs and policies.
• Experience drafting and negotiating privacy aspects of commercial contracts for technology transactions.
• Experience drafting and negotiating AI-related contract terms.
• Interest in becoming a subject matter expert and thought leader in privacy compliance.
• Excellent written and verbal skills; adept at communicating complex issues concisely and effectively with attorneys and clients.
• Well-organized and detail-oriented with an outstanding work ethic; should be able to independently manage and successfully prioritize numerous projects under deadline pressure.
• Strong interpersonal skills; can interact professionally with staff, attorneys, and clients.
• Ability to identify legal issues and exercise sound judgment.
• Has strong sense of ownership over projects and proactively looks for ways to improve processes.
• Experience managing client relationships.
• Comfortable working under the guidance of senior attorneys.
• Fluency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).
• Fluency with AI-enabled attorney workflow management and drafting software (Harvey, Legora, Draftwise, Notion, etc.).
• Ability to handle a fast-paced, constantly changing environment with flexibility and sense of humor.

• Experience working with technology companies (including ad tech, AI, SaaS, etc.).
• Experience supporting M&A and other corporate transactions as a privacy specialist.
• Ability to manage and oversee day-to-day client interactions.
• Possess excellent conflict resolution skills.

$150,000 to $200,000 annual base salary.  The salary range reflects our good-faith expectation for this role at the time of posting. Final compensation will depend on experience, skills, and internal equity. Quality performance and hour bonus eligibility begin at 1,300 billable hours with significant business development bonus opportunities for client generation. Other KO benefits include:

• Fully funded employee coverage health care benefits, including HSA contribution
• Opportunity to participate in 401(k) plan with firm match up to 4%
• Annual profit-sharing plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• Generous parental leave policy
• 2-month paid sabbatical after 7 years of service

We’re a results-oriented corporate and transactional law firm with a team of experienced lawyers and a practical, efficient, business-focused approach.

We deliver top notch national corporate and business law experience without the typical high-pressure approach. Our attorneys are routinely recognized by the industry and many of the industries we work in and have the same prestigious national experience you’ll see at other firms, but the similarities end there.

We have been recognized by the Denver Business Journal with a Best Places to Work award, and we have a great team culture rooted in our firm values: Respect, Our Clients’ Business is our Business, Excellence, Together We Thrive, Ownership and Well-Being and Balance.

The KO team is committed to improving our communities through participation in and support of organizations and causes that make them better. KO has been instrumental in building and supporting the Colorado business and entrepreneurial infrastructure, through ongoing work with Colorado’s incubators and accelerators, teaching at area universities and presenting at legal and business conferences. KO also supports local non-profit and charitable organizations through pro-bono legal services, board service and the firm’s annual charitable giving program.

KO is committed to building an inclusive environment for people of all backgrounds and everyone is encouraged to apply. KO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, national origin, protected veteran status, age, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state, or local law.

Contact [email protected] for more information.

This posting is intended to comply with the Colorado Equal Pay Act.