Data Protection Law Trainee

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To have a chance of being considered for this role, please send your CV and an accompanying Cover Letter to: [emailprotected]. Direct LinkedIn applications will not be considered.

A little about us:

We are a consultancy firm that cares deeply about each and every client, which has enabled us to work with some of the world’s leading institutions. Our current and past clients include prominent organizations. Our consultants have legal backgrounds (barristers, solicitors, legal executives, or law graduates), but this is not necessarily a requirement for the role. We prioritize ethics and always put our clients’ needs first. We are ambitious and have plans for growth, seeking hardworking individuals with potential to do extraordinary things. The successful candidate will join a close-knit team with resources to reach their full potential. We hope this will be the last job application you need to make.

What the job looks like:

1. Support the Lead Consultant and/or Consultants in completing client work;
2. Work well under instructions and within agreed timelines;
3. Conduct research, interpret legislation, regulations, and guidance, and provide summaries to fee earners;
4. Study, attend classes, and take exams to develop your knowledge;
5. Empower clients to develop solutions and support their adoption of new technologies;
6. Bring technical expertise to clients to help them develop and maintain competitive solutions;
7. Enhance your consulting skills to a professional level, working with prestigious clients;
8. Provide relevant and up-to-date advice on information security matters;
9. Offer guidance and advice on data protection and information security;
10. Support in delivering training and communication to stakeholders;
11. Assist with issue management, data protection matters, and handling complaints;
12. Maintain compliance with applicable data protection regulations (e.g., Data Protection Act 2018, UK GDPR, GDPR, FOI Act, etc.);
13. Lead data protection initiatives and conduct DPIAs;
14. Manage data breaches and conduct training as needed;
15. Review and negotiate contracts related to data protection;
16. Monitor third-party governance risks and compliance.

Some of the things on offer:

1. A structured 2-year training program paid for by the company to develop your skills;
2. Competitive salary of £27,000 - £32,000, with potential increases after training;
3. Annual bonus;
4. Private medical healthcare;
5. Central London offices;
6. Free refreshments and lunch;
7. Social events;
8. Opportunity to grow within a promising consultancy;
9. Contribute to impactful projects in health tech and academia;
10. Ongoing technical skill development.

What we would like from you:

1. Loyalty and integrity;
2. Minimum: an undergraduate degree (2.1 or higher);
3. A genuine passion for law and technology;
4. Discipline to work remotely and fulfill duties;
5. Enthusiasm to learn new skills and technologies;
6. Willingness to support company goals for personal and professional growth;
7. A proactive, can-do attitude;
8. Eligibility to apply for UK Security Clearance.