Data Privacy Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Peterborough; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Commercial and Data Privacy (DP) Contractor to support a high-profile automotive client. This remote role involves providing expert legal support on European data privacy regulations, specifically GDPR, while contributing to compliance and contractual initiatives during a 3-month engagement. The ideal candidate will be a qualified legal professional with experience in commercial law and a strong understanding of privacy laws.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Knowledge of European data privacy regulations

Commercial law expertise

Independent working

Clear communication of legal matters

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, 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 search technology. We are proud to be ranked in Band 1 of Chamber’s Global Flexible Legal Resourcing category.

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

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We invite candidates from all backgrounds to apply and join the ElevateFlex team—help us change the legal landscape and make a difference in the legal universe.