Privacy Counsel

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in the UK seeks an experienced Privacy Counsel to provide expert legal guidance on global privacy laws, advise on compliance, and support vendor risk management. This is a full-time role with remote work options available, requiring at least 7 years of PQE and relevant certifications. Join a mission-driven team focused on data protection and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• 7+ years PQE as a qualified lawyer.
• Familiarity with GDPR, CCPA, PECR.
• Preferred IAPP certifications (CIPP/E, CIPM).

Responsibilities

• Advise on global privacy compliance and legal risks.
• Draft and negotiate privacy terms in contracts.
• Lead DPIAs, LIAs, and vendor assessments.

Skills

Advising on global privacy compliance

Stakeholder management

Excellent communication

Education

Qualified lawyer (EU or US)

Tools

OneTrust

Job description

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? Remote (with occasional travel to HO in Northampton or London offices)

? Full-time | 37.5 hours/week | Mon–Fri / Salary £doe

? Legal | Data Privacy | Global Scope

Join our Global Privacy Office and help shape a culture of data confidence across our organisation. As Privacy Counsel, you’ll provide expert legal guidance on global privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA, PECR), support vendor risk management, draft privacy documentation, and advise on data protection strategies across the business.

What You’ll Do:

• Advise on global privacy compliance and legal risks
• Draft and negotiate privacy terms in contracts
• Lead DPIAs, LIAs, and vendor assessments via OneTrust (software)
• Support privacy training, audits, and incident response
• Collaborate across legal, marketing, operations, and acquisitions

What You’ll Bring:

• Qualified lawyer (EU or US), 7+ years PQE
• IAPP certifications (CIPP/E, CIPM) preferred
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

We’re committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a workplace where everyone belongs. Enhanced DBS required.

Apply now to be part of a mission-driven team protecting data and empowering care, education, and family solutions.