Privacy Counsel

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

Job summary

A global legal firm in the UK is seeking a Privacy Counsel to provide expert legal guidance on global privacy laws. This full-time position requires a qualified lawyer with over 7 years of post-qualification experience. You'll collaborate with various departments to ensure compliance and manage legal risks, while remote work is supported alongside occasional travel to the office. IAPP certifications are preferred, and the role emphasizes diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 7+ years PQE in privacy law.
• IAPP certifications preferred (CIPP/E, CIPM).
• Excellent communication skills.

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

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder management

Legal risk assessment

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.