Commercial Solicitor – Data Privacy & Tech (Bristol)

Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Chadwick Nott seeks an ambitious Commercial Solicitor in Bristol to join a growing team at the intersection of commercial law, technology and data privacy. The role offers exposure to fast-growth tech companies and established organisations, with autonomy, quality work, and genuine long-term career prospects in a collaborative Bristol-based team.

The role involves advising on GDPR, drafting contracts, supporting data breach responses, and delivering audits and training.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years’ PQE with a strong commercial mindset and privacy experience.
• Experience advising on data protection and privacy matters.
• Ability to build client relationships and deliver pragmatic advice.
• Able to operate in a fast-paced commercial environment.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on GDPR, data privacy, cybersecurity and regulatory compliance matters.
• Drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, data processing agreements and technology-related documentation.
• Supporting clients through data breaches, subject access requests and risk management issues.
• Delivering compliance audits, privacy impact assessments and tailored training programmes.
• Building client relationships and contributing to business development across the technology sector.

Skills

GDPR

Data privacy

Cybersecurity

Regulatory compliance

Commercial contracts

Data processing agreements

Job description

Chadwick Nott seeks an ambitious Commercial Solicitor in Bristol to join a growing team at the intersection of commercial law, technology and data privacy. The role offers exposure to fast-growth tech companies and established organisations, with autonomy, quality work, and genuine long-term career prospects in a collaborative Bristol-based team.

The role involves advising on GDPR, drafting contracts, supporting data breach responses, and delivering audits and training.