Paralegal - Data Privacy

A&O Shearman; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Occupational pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Mental health resources

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

A global law firm based in Belfast seeks a Paralegal for its Data Privacy Team. The role involves managing GDPR compliance, data gathering, and liaising with various teams. Ideal candidates will have a law degree and excellent IT and communication skills. This full-time position offers flexible working up to 40% remote. Comprehensive benefits include private medical insurance and a pension scheme.

Qualifications

• A law degree is required.
• Experience in a professional environment is preferred.
• Possessing excellent IT skills in Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Administer and populate privacy software for GDPR compliance.
• Conduct data gathering and analysis for the Data Privacy Team.
• Maintain records as required by Data Protection Laws.
• Liaise with global teams on GDPR compliance.
• Address incoming requests for support and common queries.
• Support in creating policies related to data protection compliance.

Skills

Excellent IT skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Collaborative approach

Education

Law degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

eDiscovery tools (e.g., Relativity)

Job description

Join to apply for the Paralegal - Data Privacy role at A&O Shearman

We have an exciting opportunity for a Paralegal to join our growing Data Privacy Team, based in the A&O Shearman Belfast office. The Risk function is at the heart of the sustainability and success of our firm. It has a core responsibility to uphold the values of A&O Shearman and support the strategic objectives of the business. Our lawyers and industry experts provide high quality legal and risk advice to the global firm, its senior management, governance bodies and partners.

The mission of the Data Privacy Team is to foster a strong culture of data protection compliance throughout A&O Shearman while providing pragmatic and business‑focused advice in a highly regulated area. The Data Privacy Team advises on data privacy and information security issues affecting A&O Shearman.

We are keen to speak with experienced paralegals who have knowledge, or would like to gain knowledge, in data privacy law.

What you will do

• Populating and administrating specialist privacy software as part of the firm's GDPR record‑keeping requirements.
• Data gathering and analysis to support the work of the Data Privacy Team, including individual rights requests.
• Maintaining and reporting on records and reports required to be maintained under applicable Data Protection Laws.
• Liaising with other teams globally to update and maintain internal records relating to GDPR compliance.
• Providing triage for incoming requests for support, addressing common queries and seeking support from the team as required.
• Helping to create and maintain policies, guidance and pro‑forma documentation in connection with data protection compliance within the firm.
• Administrating regulatory registration and notification requirements.
• General administration, including preparation of communications and presentations.
• Supporting the Data Privacy Team in delivering the firm's global privacy compliance programme.

What you will have

• A law degree.
• Excellent (and demonstrable) IT skills, including at a minimum proficiency in Powerpoint, Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrable experience of working within a professional environment.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels, including with senior stakeholders.
• A proven ability to work independently and proactively and to manage and prioritise a busy workload.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• A collaborative approach and ability to work well in a small team.

Desirable but non‑essential

• Knowledge and experience of data protection compliance work.
• Experience of using eDiscovery tools, such as Relativity.

What we can offer you

We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back‑up care support, parental and special leave, online discounts and lifestyle management services.

We recognize the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, allowing our people to work from home up to 40% of their working time. We do, however, remain committed to working together in person for the remaining 60% of time so that we can learn, grow and succeed together.

Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required.

We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

Seniority level: Entry level. Employment type: Full‑time. Job function: Legal. Industries: Law Practice and Legal Services.