Operational Lawyer Digital Ref. 3309

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 73,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled digital and cyber lawyer to join their legal team. This role is crucial in advising on the legal aspects of new technologies and digital information use, ensuring compliance with privacy laws and data protection regulations. The successful candidate will represent the organization’s legal interests, handle litigation, and provide training to operational teams. With a commitment to diversity and employee development, this position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for legal professionals passionate about technology and security.

Benefits

Annual Leave

Performance Recognition

Season Ticket Loans

Pension

Cycle Scheme

On-site Facilities

Parental Leave

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in digital, cyber, and technology law.
• Fully qualified lawyer in England and Wales.

Responsibilities

• Support operational and capability development activities.
• Advise on digital information use and related legal considerations.

Skills

Digital Law

Cyber Law

Data Protection

Privacy Law

Litigation

Education

Qualified Lawyer (Solicitor/Barrister/Legal Executive)

Job description

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Operational Lawyer Digital Ref. 3309, London

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 36a601ed3fe2

Job Views: 11

Posted: 28.04.2025

Expiry Date: 12.06.2025

Job Description:

Department Specialist Roles

Location: London

Salary: £73,704 or £94,114 (depending on skills and experience)

Job Details

Flexible working: Flexible working such as compressed hours, job-sharing, and part-time work are supported. Working from home is not possible due to the sensitive nature of the work.

About Us

We're MI6, also known as the Secret Intelligence Service (SIS). Our mission is to protect the security and economic wellbeing of the UK from threats like regional instability, terrorism, and cyber-attacks. We work globally, in partnership with MI5 and GCHQ, providing vital secret intelligence to the government.

The Role

We seek a digital, cyber, and technology lawyer to join our legal team. The role involves supporting operational and capability development activities, advising on digital information use, new technologies, and related legal considerations including privacy laws, data protection, and international law. You will represent MI6's legal interests internally and externally, including handling litigation and training operational teams.

Key qualities include organization, independence, teamwork, and effective communication. A growth mindset and a commitment to ongoing legal education are essential. You must be a fully qualified lawyer (solicitor, barrister, or legal executive) in England and Wales with approximately 5+ years of relevant experience.

Training and Development

MI6 invests in employee development, offering bespoke training and opportunities for career progression within the organization and government.

Rewards and Benefits

Starting salary: £73,704 or £94,114, with benefits including annual leave, performance recognition, season ticket loans, pension, cycle scheme, on-site facilities, and parental leave.

Equal Opportunities

We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including under-represented groups, to reflect the society we serve.