Associate - Data Protection

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading Top 20 international law firm as a Data Protection Associate in London. This dynamic role offers the chance to work on high-profile UK and international issues while developing the firm's information security and privacy strategy. You'll lead compliance efforts, create policies, and collaborate with experts globally. The firm is known for its commitment to innovation and excellence, providing a supportive environment and clear progression paths for your legal career. If you're passionate about data protection and looking for a challenging yet rewarding opportunity, this is the place for you.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Structured progression paths

Supportive team culture

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• 2+ years PQE solicitor with a focus on data protection.
• Strong organizational and client relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing the firm's information security and privacy strategy.
• Lead continuous improvement of data protection compliance programs.
• Create and maintain data protection policies and procedures.

Skills

Data Protection Compliance

Organizational Skills

Client Relationship Management

Business Development

Education

Solicitor Qualification in England & Wales

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Are you a talented Data Protection Associate with 2+ years PQE, looking to join a large, progressive Risk Management department? Progress your legal career in this Top 20 international law firm, renowned for their unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and a dynamic approach to law.

The Firm:
This firm is repeatedly recognised for commercial awareness, innovation, and a deep sector knowledge.

The client base reflects the firm's calibre, international reputation, and expert knowledge. Seen as the go-to firm in the tech, life sciences and energy sectors, the firm act for blue-chip clients across the UK and internationally, including FTSE 250 companies and public sector bodies, making for a challenging yet interesting and rewarding caseload.

The firm has made significant investment with the London office being a key area of focus. This is evidenced by the investment they have made into the latest technology and the number of strategic heavyweight hires made in the last 12 months alone.

You'll be joining a truly global law firm that serves the world's most innovative people and businesses.

The Role
This is a fantastic position for a Data Protection Associate with 2+ years to join this leading Top 20 International practice within their City of London office .

Within this role you will be;

• Assisting the Director of Risk in developing the information security and privacy strategy for the firm.
• Leading on continuous improvement of the firm's data protection compliance programme to ensure alignment to current law and regulatory guidance.
• Creating and maintaining data protection policies and procedures.
• Liaising with data protection experts in the firm's international offices, to ensure firm-wide compliance.

Requirements

• You will be a 2+ years PQE solicitor qualified in England & Wales.
• You will have good organisational skills.
• You will have enthusiasm for intellectually challenging work.
• Excellent client relationship skills and experience in business development.
• Competitive salary and excellent benefits with clear and structured progression paths.
• A flexible and friendly working environment and a supportive team culture
• Exposure to large, high-profile UK and international issues.