Ref: GM2847
PQE: ,3-5 years PQE ,5-8 years PQE Area of Expertise: Private Practice Location: Rome
We are seeking a Senior Associate to join the Rome office of a leading law firm. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4 years\’ post-qualification experience (PQE) and a strong background advising clients on legal issues relating to digital technologies, innovation and ICT regulation.
The successful candidate will provide both day-to-day advisory support and dispute resolution assistance across a broad range of matters, including data management (data protection and the Data Act), cybersecurity (NIS2, the Cyber Resilience Act and the Italian National Cybersecurity Perimeter framework), European and Italian AI regulation, DORA and its intersection between ICT and the financial services sector, eIDAS and the Digital Services Act.
We are looking for a lawyer with proven hands-on experience in these practice areas, demonstrating the ability to apply the relevant legal framework in real-world scenarios. The role requires the capability to manage complex matters independently.
The successful candidate will be comfortable working closely with clients\’ technical, IT and marketing teams, as well as with external consultants supporting the client, and will be able to translate operational and business needs into practical legal solutions.
Experience liaising with regulatory and public authorities is essential, including the Italian Data Protection Authority, the Department for Digital Transformation, AgID, the National Cybersecurity Agency and the Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy.
Strong analytical skills, a commercial mindset, excellent client relationship skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork will complete the profile.