Data Privacy Lawyer

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

Job summary

A leading consulting and services firm is seeking an experienced Commercial and Data Privacy Contractor for a short-term engagement. The role requires strong knowledge of European data privacy regulations, especially GDPR, along with a solid background in commercial law. This remote position allows you to support crucial compliance and contractual initiatives while providing flexibility. Ideal candidates will communicate effectively, possess the ability to work independently, and have proven expertise in the automotive or technology sectors.

Qualifications

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

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 documentation.

Skills

Commercial Law

Data Privacy

GDPR Compliance

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 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: a world where legal and business teams achieve incredible outcomes, together.

Equitability and inclusion are critical to ElevateFlex’s success. As The Law Company, we are committed to a diverse, inclusive work culture that attracts, retains, and celebrates the industry’s most talented people. We empower our employees to bring their whole selves to work because diversity of experience and perspective drive innovation and are simply good business.

As a strong proponent of diversity, equity, and inclusion, ElevateFlex is committed to hiring candidates from all backgrounds. We invite you to apply to become part of the ElevateFlex team – help us change the legal business landscape and make a dent in the legal universe.