Paralegal- Data Protection

DWF Law LLP; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global legal business is looking for a Data Protection Paralegal to join their Manchester office on a hybrid basis. The role includes reviewing data processing agreements, drafting privacy notices, responding to data subject access requests, and delivering investigations into data protection breaches. Candidates should hold a law degree or LPC and possess strong communication skills. Benefits include a diverse rewards package tailored to individual needs, enhanced by in-house training for CIPP/E certification.

Benefits

Comprehensive rewards package

Flexible benefits

Robust well-being programs

Qualifications

• A good understanding of data protection laws and their practical application.
• Prior experience within the data protection field.

Responsibilities

• Review and amend data processing agreements.
• Draft and review privacy notices and data protection policies.
• Support with responses to data subject access requests.
• Review and respond to data protection due diligence questionnaires.
• Gather information for privacy assessments.
• Deliver investigations into data protection breaches.
• Identify potential data protection issues.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Good problem solving and decision making abilities

High level of attention to detail and accuracy

Team working skills

Education

Law degree or LPC

CIPP/E certification (to be completed in probation)

Job description

Overview

Why join us?

We have an exciting opportunity to join our high performing UK Delivery Centre team as a Data Protection Paralegal. Based in our Manchester office on a hybrid basis, you will provide a high standard of service delivery and data protection support to our clients. In this role, you will form part of a highly trained, dedicated team, working closely with our market leading Data Protection and Cyber Security Team. We will provide all the support and training including a fantastic in-house training course on data protection, which will enable you to (1) gain the Certified Information Privacy Professional/Europe (CIPP/E) certification; and (2) to carry out your day-to-day data protection tasks, examples of which are listed below.

Responsibilities

• Review and amend data processing agreements in accordance with playbooks.
• Draft and review privacy notices, data protection policies and other data protection related documentation based on templates or precedents.
• Support with responses to data subject access requests (both customer and employee facing), including reviewing documents to identify personal data and applying redactions.
• Review and respond to data protection due diligence questionnaires and law enforcement requests for personal data in accordance with playbooks.
• Gather information and coordinating with key stakeholders for the completion of privacy assessments using pre-existing methodologies or privacy platforms, such as OneTrust.
• Undertake and support the delivery of investigations into legal or regulatory breaches relating to data protection or access to information, ensuring that outcomes are reported appropriately and in line with policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Proactively identify potential data protection issues and suggesting solutions to improve our client experiences and your own technical knowledge.

Essential

• A law degree or LPC
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good problem solving and decision making abilities.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• A good team spirit with proven team working skills.
• Passing the CIPP/E exam is a mandatory requirement for this role and is necessary to successfully complete the probation period.
• Prior experience within the data protection field
• Can demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of data protection laws and their practical application

What we offer

At DWF, we deeply appreciate the significance of offering a comprehensive rewards package that extends beyond a basic salary. Our commitment is to ensure that each member of our team not only feels valued but is also duly rewarded throughout their tenure with us. Upon joining our organisation, you will have the opportunity to select from a diverse array of benefits, allowing you to carefully tailor a package that perfectly aligns with your individual needs and those of your family. In addition to our standard benefits, we offer a wide range of flexible benefits and robust well-being programs.

Recruitment process

Our recruitment process upholds the highest standards of fairness and engagement. It includes comprehensive interviews and, at times, a written assessment, an assessment day, or presentation. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support.

About us

DWF is a global legal business providing Complex, Managed and Connected Services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.