Data Privacy Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Bedford; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm seeks an experienced Commercial and Data Privacy Contractor for a short-term engagement with an automotive client. This remote role requires strong knowledge of European data privacy regulations and a solid foundation in commercial law, providing legal support in a dynamic environment. Ideal for qualified professionals looking for flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in commercial law and data privacy.
• Ability to communicate complex legal matters clearly.
• Experience within automotive or technology sectors is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on European data privacy laws, including GDPR.
• Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts.
• Support data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) and privacy-related documentation.

Skills

Data Privacy Regulations

Commercial Law

GDPR Expertise

Legal Advisory

Contract Negotiation

Education

Qualified Legal Professional

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Commercial and Data Privacy (DP) Contractor to support a high-profile automotive client on a short-term engagement. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge and hands-on experience with European data privacy regulations, alongside a solid commercial legal background. This is a remote opportunity, offering flexibility while contributing to critical compliance and contractual initiatives.

Contract Type: Temporary (3 Months)

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Remote

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert advice and support on European data privacy laws, including GDPR.
• Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure legal and compliance alignment.
• Support data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) and other privacy-related documentation.
• Assist with the development and implementation of data protection policies and procedures.
• Ensure timely and efficient legal support within a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Requirements:

• Qualified legal professional with demonstrable experience in commercial law and data privacy.
• Proven expertise in European privacy laws, particularly GDPR.
• Ability to work independently and communicate complex legal matters clearly.
• Available to start immediately and commit to a 3-month assignment.
• Experience within the automotive or technology sector is a plus.

About Elevate

Elevate provides consulting, technology, and services to law departments and law firms across the globe. Headquartered in Los Angeles, our 1,600+ strong team of legal professionals, lawyers, consultants, project managers, and engineers operate across the United States, Europe, UK, and Asia, Hong Kong, and Australia.

ElevateFlex is the flexible resourcing capability within Elevate. We define and support a new flexible career within the legal industry by matching exceptional legal professionals to the evolving needs of our clients through a global community of talent and advanced, technology-enabled search. We are proud to have been assessed in Band 1 of Chamber’s Global Flexible Legal Resourcing category.

Our Vision: A world where legal and business teams achieve incredible outcomes, together.

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. ElevateFlex promotes a diverse, inclusive work culture, empowering employees to bring their whole selves to work. We believe that diversity of experience and perspective drives innovation and is good business.

We invite candidates from all backgrounds to apply and join the ElevateFlex team to help change the legal landscape and make a difference in the legal universe.