TechDigital Associate
Clifford Chance is seeking a TechDigital Associate to join its Tier 1, market-leading Tech-Digital team. This team is renowned for delivering strategic counsel on AI, data, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies across major markets. The successful candidate will work alongside leading practitioners on complex commercial transactions, outsourcing, tech M&A, and tech public policy matters that shape the future of digital business.
In this role, the associate will lead high-stakes, cross-border mandates in AI, data, and technology regulation. Responsibilities include mentoring and inspiring teams, building and managing client relationships, and driving business development and thought leadership. The associate will design and execute legal strategies for transformative tech transactions and partnerships, advise on AI governance, digital compliance, and regulatory frameworks, and develop international data protection and digital compliance programs. Additionally, the role involves advising on the prevention and management of cyber incidents, regulatory investigations, and related disputes.
The ideal candidate will have over six years of post-qualification experience at a top-tier international law firm or in-house, with deep expertise in cross-border technology regulation, AI, data, and cybersecurity. A proven track record of leading complex projects and advising at board or executive levels is essential. Exceptional drafting, analytical, and client-facing skills, along with strategic vision and commercial instinct, are required. Experience engaging with UK/EU digital regulators and shaping responses to new laws is also important. Outstanding academic credentials and a reputation for first-rate legal skills are expected.
Clifford Chance offers a balanced hybrid working approach, supporting employees to work both remotely and in the office, with an expectation of working from the office for a minimum of 50% of the time. The firm provides a broad range of benefits to support employees across various aspects of their personal and professional lives, including financial, wellbeing, lifestyle, and family-friendly benefits.
Joining Clifford Chance means becoming part of an innovative, diverse, and ambitious team. The firm is committed to providing a rewarding and stimulating career, full of opportunities to learn, thrive, and grow. With over 30 offices worldwide, Clifford Chance offers a truly international perspective and a collaborative, team-based approach to work.