Data Privacy Lawyer

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

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Data Privacy Lawyer for a temporary engagement in Leeds. The lawyer will provide expert legal advice on European data privacy regulations, particularly GDPR, and will work on commercial contracts and compliance initiatives. This remote role offers flexibility and the opportunity to contribute to critical projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified legal professional with experience in commercial law and data privacy.
• Strong knowledge of GDPR and European privacy laws.
• Ability to work independently and communicate complex legal matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on GDPR and data privacy regulations.
• Negotiate and draft commercial contracts.
• Support the development of data protection policies.

Skills

Expert advice on European data privacy laws

Contract negotiation

Legal compliance alignment

Data protection impact assessments

Implementation of data protection policies

Education

Qualified legal professional

Job description

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Data Privacy Lawyer, Leeds, West Yorkshire

Client: Elevate

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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, 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 were recently 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.

At ElevateFlex, diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental. We believe a diverse, inclusive work culture attracts, retains, and celebrates talented people. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to join our team and help us change the legal landscape.