Commercial Technology (Data Protection) Associate - Bristol

Chadwick Nott; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Hybrid working

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is recruiting for a Commercial Technology (Data Protection) Associate in Bristol. The role focuses on advising technology clients on UK GDPR, privacy compliance and cross-border data transfers within a top UK law firm environment.

You will draft and negotiate data sharing agreements, support data breaches, and conduct DPIAs and risk assessments. Flexible hy brid working is offered alongside strong career progression and client exposure.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years PQE in data protection or privacy law.
• Strong knowledge of UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and analytical skills.
• Interest in technology and digital businesses.

Responsibilities

• Advise on UK GDPR, data protection and privacy compliance.
• Draft and negotiate data processing and data sharing agreements.
• Support clients with data breaches and incident response.
• Carry out DPIAs, compliance audits and risk assessments.
• Advise on international data transfers and cross-border projects.
• Develop privacy policies and governance frameworks.
• Deliver training and guidance to clients.
• Build strong client relationships and support business development.

Skills

UK GDPR knowledge

Drafting

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Interest in tech/ digital business

Job description

Commercial Technology (Data Protection) Associate - Bristol

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Data Protection lawyer to join a growing Commercial Technology team within a leading UK law firm. Working with innovative technology businesses, high-growth companies and established commercial organisations, you'll advise on a broad range of UK and international data protection matters. This is a chance to build your expertise in a specialist, fast-evolving area of law while working on high-quality, commercially focused matters.

• Advising on UK GDPR, data protection and privacy compliance
• Drafting and negotiating data processing and data sharing agreements
• Supporting clients with data breaches and incident response
• Carrying out DPIAs, compliance audits and risk assessments
• Advising on international data transfers and cross-border projects
• Developing privacy policies and governance frameworks
• Delivering practical training and guidance to clients
• Building strong client relationships and supporting business development initiatives

Candidate Requirements

• Around 3-5 years' PQE, although all applications will be considered on merit
• Experience advising on data protection and privacy matters
• Strong knowledge of UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and analytical skills
• An interest in technology, innovation and digital businesses
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Professional privacy qualifications such as CIPP/E would be advantageous but are not essential.

Why Join?

You'll be joining a Top 50 UK law firm across a growing office network. Known for its strong commercial practice and entrepreneurial culture, the firm is consistently recognised by Legal 500 and Chambers and has earned a reputation as one of the UK's leading firms for businesses and growth-focused clients.

What's on Offer?

• Specialist data protection and commercial technology work
• Exposure to innovative technology and high-growth businesses
• High levels of client contact and responsibility
• Strong career progression opportunities
• Flexible and hybrid working
• Excellent training and development
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929

(m) 07435 943574

(e) [e-mail]

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*