Data Privacy Specialist
Posted 3 days ago by LHH
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
London Area, United Kingdom
Summary: The role of Privacy Counsel is a 12-month fixed-term contract focused on providing expert legal support regarding data protection and privacy matters. The position is ideal for a mid-level solicitor looking to enhance the privacy compliance framework of a forward-thinking organization. The candidate will be responsible for advising on privacy laws, drafting agreements, and supporting the implementation of privacy policies. This role requires strong experience in privacy law and the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide specialist legal advice on data protection and privacy laws (UK GDPR, DPA 2018, PECR, etc.)
- Draft, review, and negotiate data processing agreements and other privacy-related contracts
- Support implementation of privacy policies, procedures, and governance frameworks
- Monitor regulatory developments and advise internal stakeholders on required actions
- Conduct privacy impact assessments and risk evaluations for new projects
- Deliver training and awareness sessions on data protection best practice
- Manage and respond to data subject access requests and regulatory correspondence
- Support cross-functional teams in handling data breaches and related incidents
Key Skills:
- Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with a current practising certificate
- Strong experience in privacy and data protection law, gained in a top or mid-tier law firm or in-house legal team
- Confident working autonomously with cross-functional teams
- Practical, solutions-focused approach and excellent communication skills
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Other
12-Month Fixed Term Contract
We’re seeking an experienced Privacy Counsel to provide expert legal support on data protection and privacy matters for a 12-month period. This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level solicitor to join a forward-thinking organisation and play a key role in maintaining and enhancing its privacy compliance framework.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide specialist legal advice on data protection and privacy laws (UK GDPR, DPA 2018, PECR, etc.)
- Draft, review, and negotiate data processing agreements and other privacy-related contracts
- Support implementation of privacy policies, procedures, and governance frameworks
- Monitor regulatory developments and advise internal stakeholders on required actions
- Conduct privacy impact assessments and risk evaluations for new projects
- Deliver training and awareness sessions on data protection best practice
- Manage and respond to data subject access requests and regulatory correspondence
- Support cross-functional teams in handling data breaches and related incidents
Candidate Profile:
- Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with a current practising certificate
- Strong experience in privacy and data protection law, gained in a top or mid-tier law firm or in-house legal team
- Confident working autonomously with cross-functional teams
- Practical, solutions-focused approach and excellent communication skills
If you’re an experienced privacy professional seeking an interesting, hands-on legal role within a collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you. Please get in touch for a confidential discussion.