Data privacy and Cybersecurity associate

Robert Walters UK; London; Hybrid; GBP 210,000 - 307,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic global team as an Associate in Data Privacy and Cybersecurity, where you will play a crucial role in managing data privacy and cybersecurity matters. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to significant projects that shape the future of data protection. You will assist in developing compliant programs, conduct regulatory investigations, and support M&A due diligence. With a generous salary range and a hybrid work environment, this role is perfect for those passionate about cybersecurity and data privacy. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in a forward-thinking legal environment, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 1-6 years of experience in data privacy and cybersecurity.
• Experience with AI matters is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Assist with cybersecurity preparedness and respond to data breaches.
• Conduct regulatory investigations related to data privacy issues.

Skills

Data Privacy Management

Cybersecurity Preparedness

Regulatory Investigations

Artificial Intelligence

Job description

Data privacy and Cybersecurity associate

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On behalf of our client, we are seeking a proficient Associate in Data Privacy and Cybersecurity to become part of their global team located in London. The ideal candidate will possess one to six years of relevant experience, particularly in managing data privacy and cybersecurity matters. Experience with artificial intelligence matters is also desirable. This is an exceptional opportunity for those who have a profound interest in the field of data privacy and cybersecurity.

• Generous salary range of £210,000 - £307,000
• Position based in London
• Opportunity to contribute to global cybersecurity and data privacy projects

What you'll do:

As an Associate in Data Privacy and Cybersecurity, you will play a pivotal role in assisting with cybersecurity preparedness and responding to data breaches. You will conduct regulatory investigations related to data privacy and cybersecurity issues. Your responsibilities will also encompass developing legally compliant data privacy and cybersecurity programmes in the UK and/or EU. You will be involved in performing due diligence for data privacy and cybersecurity during M&A support. Drafting privacy policies and negotiating data processing agreements will also be part of your regular tasks.

• Assist in cybersecurity preparedness and data breach response
• Conduct regulatory investigations pertaining to data privacy and cybersecurity issues
• Develop legally compliant data privacy and cybersecurity programmes in the UK and/ or EU (including for GDPR, NIS2, DORA and other laws relating to data and operational resilience)
• Perform data privacy and cybersecurity due diligence and M&A support
• Draft privacy policies and negotiate data processing agreements

What you bring:

The ideal Associate in Data Privacy and Cybersecurity will bring 1-6 years of relevant experience, including managing data privacy and cybersecurity matters. Experience with artificial intelligence matters is also highly valued. You should be capable of assisting with cybersecurity preparedness, respond to data breaches, conduct regulatory investigations related to these issues, develop legally compliant programmes in the UK/EU, perform due diligence during M&A support, draft privacy policies, negotiate data processing agreements.

• 1-6 years of relevant experience in managing data privacy and cybersecurity matters
• Experience with artificial intelligence matters
• Capability to assist with cybersecurity preparedness and data breach response
• Experience conducting regulatory investigations relating to data privacy and cybersecurity issues
• Experience developing legally compliant data privacy and cybersecurity programmes in the UK and/ or EU
• Experience performing data privacy and cybersecurity due diligence during M&A support
• Experience drafting privacy policies and negotiating data processing agreements

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

About the job

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Legal

Focus: TMT

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Associate

Location: London

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Legal

Focus: TMT

Industry: Legal

Salary: £210,000 - £307,000 per annum

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Associate

Location: London

FULL_TIME

Job Reference: 57J8A2-C1934963

Date posted: 28 April 2025

Consultant: Tom Kearney

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