Data Privacy Lawyer

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

Job summary

A high-profile automotive client is seeking an experienced Commercial and Data Privacy Contractor for a short-term engagement. This remote role requires strong knowledge of European data privacy regulations and a commercial legal background, providing an opportunity to contribute to critical compliance initiatives.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in commercial law and data privacy.
• Proven expertise in GDPR.
• Experience within the automotive or technology sector is a plus.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Knowledge of European data privacy regulations

Legal communication skills

Independence in work

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, 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 curated, 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 values a diverse, inclusive work culture that attracts, retains, and celebrates talented individuals. We empower our employees to bring their whole selves to work, believing that diversity of experience and perspective drives innovation and good business.

We invite diverse candidates from all backgrounds to apply and be part of the ElevateFlex team—help us change the legal business landscape and make a dent in the legal universe.