Privacy Counsel

JR United Kingdom; Ipswich; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global privacy office is looking for a Privacy Counsel to provide expert legal guidance on global privacy laws such as GDPR and CCPA. The role involves advising on compliance, drafting contracts, and leading assessments. Candidates should have 7+ years PQE and IAPP certifications. Remote work is available with occasional travel to offices in Northampton or London. Join a mission-driven team focused on data protection.

Benefits

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Remote work flexibility

Qualifications

• 7+ years PQE required.
• IAPP certifications preferred.
• Strong understanding of global privacy laws.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Global privacy compliance

Excellent communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Qualified lawyer (EU or US)

IAPP certifications (CIPP/E, CIPM)

Tools

OneTrust (software)

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.