Who We Are:
The Centre for Information Policy Leadership (CIPL) at Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP is a leading global privacy and data policy think and do tank working at the intersection of law, policy and technology, with a membership comprising more than 85 multinational companies across a broad range of industry sectors. For 25 years, CIPL has been serving as a trusted partner of business leaders, regulators and policymakers developing best practices, thought leadership and practical solutions at the intersection of privacy, data, and digital policy, law, and compliance. CIPL:

INFORMS via publications, member events and public fora

CONNECTS global industry and government leaders

SHAPES the future of data policy and strategy

CREATES innovative solutions and elevates best practices

CIPL’s leadership and staff are globally recognized experts in privacy and data policy. They include former senior public and private sector professionals with extensive national and international experience in developing, understanding, implementing, and enforcing laws, policies, and corporate privacy programs relevant to the data economy.

About the Role

CIPL is seeking an AI, Data & Digital Policy Specialist to join our team in our London office. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of privacy and data policy, AI, safety, cybersecurity, and broader digital policy developments, and contributing to the development of best practices, thought leadership, and practical solutions for privacy, data, and digital policy, law, and compliance.

The role will collaborate closely with CIPL teams in Brussels and Washington, DC, as well as with senior leadership, to advance CIPL’s global policy priorities and initiatives. This includes supporting work on digital regulation and legal implementation, as well as developing organizational governance frameworks and compliance best practices across sectors.

Key Responsibilities Include:
Monitor emerging technologies, as well as global trends and regulatory developments, across privacy, data, AI, safety, cybersecurity, and the broader digital policy landscape.

Support the development and execution of CIPL projects across privacy, data, AI, safety, cybersecurity, and broader digital policy and regulation, including:

AI, Data Governance, and Accountability

– Accountability-based governance and risk management for data, privacy, and AI

– Benchmarking and evaluating the effectiveness of governance frameworks

Emerging Technologies and Innovation

– Agentic AI and other transformative and emerging technologies

– Leveraging AI to support compliance with digital regulation, privacy, and cybersecurity

– Privacy-enhancing technologies (PETs)

– Data ethics and responsible innovation

User Trust and Safeguards

– Children’s privacy and online safety

– Transparency and user control

Global Data Policy and Regulatory Strategy

– Cross-border data transfers, data localization, and digital sovereignty

– Global and regional regulatory developments (EU, UK, US—state and federal, Canada, Latin America, India, Asia-Pacific)

Produce high-impact written outputs, including white papers, regulatory submissions, benchmarking reports, issue briefs, articles, and blog posts.

Contribute to policy development and practical implementation, including:

Translating legal and regulatory requirements into operational best practices

Supporting organizations in building compliance frameworks across sectors

Developing tools, playbooks, and governance models

Support the planning and delivery of CIPL events, including developing agendas, content, and presentations.

Required Qualifications, Background & Skills

Advanced degree (e.g., LL.M., Master of Public Policy, or PhD).

Minimum 2 years’ experience in a law firm, professional services firm, think tank, trade association, government, or regulatory agency.

Strong knowledge of global developments in privacy, data, AI, safety, cybersecurity, and broader digital policy and regulation.

Experience drafting regulatory submissions, white papers, best practice/benchmarking reports, or articles on privacy, data, AI, safety, cybersecurity, and broader digital policy and regulation.

Superb analytical, research, and writing skills, including the ability to translate complex policy developments into practical guidance.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience engaging senior executives, policymakers, regulators, and global stakeholders.

Demonstrated interest in and understanding of technology, including AI systems, data ecosystems, and digital infrastructure.

Exposure to or familiarity with technical concepts (e.g., AI systems, data architectures, cybersecurity principles).

Interest in emerging/transformative technologies and their regulatory implications.

Entrepreneurial mindset, proactive attitude, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced international environment.

Other Qualifications:
Availability and willingness to work hours as needed to meet critical deadlines. Strong commitment to client service excellence and teamwork. Must possess the highest standards of ethical conduct and professionalism. Must act as catalyst for change, drive and results. Creative and innovative. Willingness to work across time zones and across cultures. Frequent travel may be required. Excellent communication skills (oral, written and listening) and ability to collaborate effectively with diverse group of professionals. Sound judgment and flexibility. Ability to work well under pressure, patience, diplomacy, high stress tolerance, excellent interpersonal communication skills, ability to prioritize workload and adapt to changing conditions. Moderate to frequent travel may be required. Visual acuity needed to process and read extensive written communications. Ability to receive and convey detailed information through oral communication. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications. Essential competency processes include language ability, reasoning and memory. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent must possess the abilities or aptitudes to proficiently perform each of the responsibilities and accountabilities described above, with or without reasonable accommodation.

To apply, please send your CV to jlorimer@hunton.com.