Data Privacy Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Hounslow; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Commercial and Data Privacy Contractor for a short-term remote engagement within the automotive sector. The ideal candidate will possess a robust legal background in European data privacy regulations, especially GDPR, and be adept at negotiating commercial contracts. This role offers flexibility alongside critical compliance and contractual contributions, making it ideal for a qualified legal professional ready to make an immediate impact.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in commercial law and data privacy.
• Available to start immediately for a 3-month assignment.
• Proven expertise in European privacy laws.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Commercial law

Data privacy

GDPR

Communication

Education

Qualified legal professional

Job description

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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, including Hong Kong and Australia.

ElevateFlex, the flexible resourcing capability within Elevate, supports a new flexible career within the legal industry. We match 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 be assessed in Band 1 of Chamber’s Global Flexible Legal Resourcing category.

Our Vision is a world where legal and business teams achieve incredible outcomes, together.

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. ElevateFlex aims to attract, retain, and celebrate the industry’s most talented people from all backgrounds. We encourage you to apply and become part of the ElevateFlex team—help us change the legal landscape and make a difference in the legal universe.