How to switch into a privacy group? I'm a second year corporate associate in general corporate at a tech firm. My eyes are set on a chill job in big tech in 2 years. How can I switch into a privacy group? Any tips here?

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I’d start by sitting for the CIPP exam. Heard the European was is more beneficial but I personally can’t say for certain

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Are you looking to stay at your current firm? If so, you may want to talk to your partner or mentor about how to navigate internal politics. It’s not common but not unheard of. You could also consider going into big tech now - plenty of interesting positions and scope to get up to speed with privacy.

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@OP -- I'm a junior that is moving into tech as a 2nd year for a variety of reasons. PM me for details, happy to chat.

Also interested. Is it more typical to go corp to privacy? Or lit?

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