Data Privacy Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Bournemouth; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks an experienced Commercial and Data Privacy Contractor for a short-term engagement with a major automotive client. The remote role involves providing legal expertise on European data privacy regulations, reviewing contracts, and ensuring compliance. Ideal for qualified legal professionals with a strong background in GDPR and commercial law.

Qualifications

• Qualified legal professional with experience in commercial law and data privacy.
• Proven expertise in European privacy laws, particularly GDPR.
• Ability to communicate complex legal matters clearly.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on European data privacy laws, including GDPR.
• Review, draft, and negotiate commercial contracts.
• Support data protection impact assessments and policies.

Skills

Commercial law

Data privacy regulations

GDPR

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.

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