Junior Legal and Privacy Specialist

Vivienne Westwood; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading British fashion brand is seeking a Junior Legal and Privacy Specialist to join their Legal Team in London. This role involves supporting the UK Legal Counsel with administrative tasks, contract reviews, and privacy compliance activities. The ideal candidate will have a law degree, 3+ years of relevant experience, and strong problem-solving skills. This position offers staff discounts and health support as part of the benefits package.

Benefits

Staff discounts

Health & Wellbeing support

Cycle to work scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Pension Scheme

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in similar roles at multinational companies or international law firms.
• Excellent spoken and written English is essential.
• In-depth knowledge of contracts and privacy regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the UK Legal Counsel.
• Review NDAs and various contracts.
• Support privacy compliance activities.
• Conduct legal research.

Skills

Civil law knowledge

Commercial law knowledge

Intellectual property law knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Proactivity

Collaboration

Education

Law degree, LPC preferred

Job description

ABOUT VIVIENNE WESTWOOD

Vivienne Westwood is one of the most iconic British fashion brands, renowned for its heritage, innovative design, and commitment to culture and activism. We care deeply about our people and the environment, and our core values - Gaia, Quality not Quantity, Activism, Culture & Heritage - guide us daily. If you share our passion for creativity, sustainability, and innovation, we’d love to hear from you.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Vivienne Westwood is looking for a Junior Legal and Privacy Specialist to join the Legal Team in the Battersea Office on a full-time basis, who will support the UK Legal Counsel dealing with the following main activities:

• Administrative and legal support to the UK Legal Counsel;
• Support in the review of NDAs, commercial contracts, supply contracts, service contracts, special collaborations and licensing relating to various projects, including UK and global level;
• Support in privacy matters (GDPR), preparing privacy documentation such as ROPA and DPAs, compliance activities in general and regulations of the specific reference sector;
• Support in the management of issues related to the corporate "day by day" in the field of civil, commercial and intellectual property law through the preparation of the legal documentation required by the various departments;
• Legal document archiving by implementing a digital archiving system;
• Coordination with internal company departments and related external stakeholders in the signature processes;
• Conducting legal research.

Technical and Personal skills

• Law degree (having obtained the LPC or similar qualification to practice law in the UK will be preferred);
• At least 3 years' experience in similar roles in multinational companies or international law firms;
• Excellent knowledge of civil, commercial and intellectual property law;
• In-depth knowledge of contracts and regulations on privacy and compliance;
• Excellent knowledge of English, spoken and written (essential requirement);
• Strong problem‑solving skills, adaptability in a fast‑paced environment, able to prioritise effectively, attention to detail, ownership‑driven attitude to work, proactivity, organisation and a collaborative team mindset.

(Please note this is not an exhaustive list of duties and you may be required to perform additional duties to fulfil the requirements of the role)

BENEFITS

• Staff discounts
• Health & Wellbeing support (includes Private Medical Health Insurance, EAP, Gym Discounts, Access to Financial Planning Service, etc.)
• Perkbox Discounts and Wellness Hub
• Cycle to work scheme
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Pension Scheme
• Training and hands‑on experience
• Opportunities to build new skills and gain valuable industry knowledge

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we recommend applying early to avoid missing out.