Paralegal Placements – Data Protection / GDPR

Accutrainee Limited; London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal consultancy is looking for Paralegals with Data Protection / GDPR experience for short-term contracts in London. Roles involve managing DSARs, conducting DPIAs, and supporting privacy compliance initiatives. Candidates must have strong organizational skills and a clear understanding of GDPR. This position offers competitive day rates and hybrid working arrangements, requiring some office presence.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience as a Paralegal or legal assistant in Data Protection / GDPR.
• Experience in managing data subject access requests (DSARs).
• Financial services experience is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with data subject access requests (DSARs).
• Administer and improve the Rights Requests process.
• Support the management of personal data breach incidents.
• Provide guidance on data incidents and compliance reporting.

Skills

Experience in Data Protection / GDPR roles

Conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)

Understanding GDPR and data protection compliance

Strong organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Job description

Overview

Paralegal – Data Protection / GDPR

Accuflex currently has immediate opportunities for Paralegals with Data Protection / GDPR experience to join clients in the financial services and corporate sectors. These are short-term, full-time contracts offering exposure to privacy compliance, data protection operations, and high-volume regulatory processes.

We are seeking candidates who are proactive, adaptable, and have a keen understanding of GDPR, including conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), managing data subject access requests (DSARs), and supporting privacy compliance initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Assist with data subject access requests (DSARs), including coordinating with external suppliers for review and redaction of high-volume requests.
• Administer, analyse, and improve the end-to-end Rights Requests process.
• Support the end-to-end management of reported personal data breach incidents.
• Act as a conduit for the privacy team, ensuring timely and effective responsiveness.
• Maintain and improve processes for Rights Requests, ensuring deadlines and compliance standards are met.
• Support daily administration of the office of the Data Protection Officer (DPO), including managing the team inbox.
• Prepare periodic and ad hoc compliance and reporting documentation.
• Provide guidance on data incidents, including fact-finding, internal reporting requirements, and mitigation strategies.
• Support project work and initiatives relating to data privacy and compliance.

Experience / Skills Required

• Demonstrable experience working as a Paralegal or legal assistant in Data Protection / GDPR roles.
• Experience conducting DPIAs and understanding associated risks.
• Knowledge of GDPR, data protection compliance, and related regulatory frameworks.
• Financial services experience is desirable but not essential.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Commercial awareness and ability to work with internal and external stakeholders.

Contract Details

• Start: As soon as possible (October start also acceptable).
• Duration: 1–6 months, depending on the role.
• Full-time (40 hours per week).
• Hybrid working arrangements, with some travel to the client’s office required (once or twice per week).
• Competitive day rates, dependent on experience and role.

Locations

Roles are based in London and Gloucestershire, with hybrid arrangements available.

Keywords

Data Protection, GDPR, DPIA, DSAR, Paralegal, Privacy, Compliance, Financial Services, Hybrid, Contract.

Applications closing date: 19 September 2025