Data Protection Paralegal

Obelisk Support; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international FMCG company is seeking a Data Protection Paralegal to join their Global Data Privacy team on a 3-month contract. The role involves supporting various data protection matters, reviewing agreements, and assisting with data subject requests. Candidates should have solid experience in data protection law and strong knowledge of GDPR. The position offers a hybrid work model with 1-2 days per week in Edinburgh, Scotland.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in data protection/privacy law, gained in-house or in private practice.
• Strong working knowledge of GDPR.
• Skilled in reviewing and negotiating data protection clauses and agreements.

Responsibilities

• Support on a wide range of data protection matters.
• Reviewing and drafting agreements.
• Assisting with data subject requests.

Skills

Data protection/privacy law experience

Knowledge of GDPR

Reviewing and negotiating data protection clauses

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management skills

Job description

Overview

Our client is a well-known UK based international FMCG company and they are seeking a Data Protection Paralegal to join their Global Data Privacy team on a 3-month contract.

The Role

You will support on a wide range of data protection matters, including reviewing and drafting agreements, assisting with data subject requests, supporting privacy impact assessments, and maintaining policies and guidance.

Requirements

• Solid experience in data protection/privacy law, gained in-house or in private practice.
• Strong working knowledge of GDPR.
• Skilled in reviewing and negotiating data protection clauses and agreements.
• Strong organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proactive, detail-driven, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• FMCG, retail or technology sector experience a plus.

Details

• Start date: 22 September
• Duration: 3 months
• Location: Hybrid – 1–2 days per week in Edinburgh, Scotland

We would like you to be able to perform at your best throughout our recruitment process. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to support you.