Technology & Data Associate

Build the future of AI & digital regulation — Associate (2-3 PQE) | LondonA US-headquartered firm with a global tech pedigree is scaling its London Technology, Data & Digital practice following a high-profile partner lateral. If you live at the intersection of AI, privacy, cybersecurity, and platform regulation, this is a chance to help shape the team from the ground up. What you'll do

• Advise on end-to-end EU/UK tech and data frameworks: GDPR/UK GDPR, EU AI Act, DSA/DMA, Data Act, Online Safety Act, NIS2.
• Product counsel for launches and features (privacy-by-design, safety, transparency, algorithmic accountability).
• Guide clients through regulatory engagement (ICO, Ofcom, CMA) and cross-border incident response/data breaches.
• Structure and negotiate technology transactions and data-rich commercial agreements.
• Help shape policy positions, thought leadership, and client playbooks for AI and digital regulation.
• Take visible ownership on mandates with direct client access; mentor juniors as the team grows.

What you'll need

• Around 2-3 PQE in tech/privacy/digital regulation
• Hands-on with one or more of: GDPR/UK GDPR, AI Act, DSA/DMA, OSA, NIS2, Data Act, platform liability, adtech, fintech or safety-by-design.
• Comfort operating across ambiguous, fast-moving regulatory landscapes; crisp drafting; confident stakeholder management.
• A commercial mindset and appetite for early-stage team building and BD.

The team

• Deep AI/digital regulation credentials alongside a growing London bench and seamless US/EU collaboration.
• Genuine front-row seat with scale-up potential: clear progression, client ownership, and optional involvement in policy work.
• Modern working culture; high-growth, low-ego environment; City office with hybrid flexibility.

Why this, why now

• Be part of a London build that serves household-name tech clients, founders, investors and financial institutions across Europe.
• Shape practice assets (toolkits, templates, training) and your own niche (AI safety, child safety, platform governance, data transfers, etc.).
• Top of the market compensation and benefits commensurate with a leading international platform.

Confidential enquiries: Reply to this post or contact Dalton Frith (Douglas Scott Global Recruitment) to discuss in confidence. Shortlisted candidates will receive full firm details and a role brief.