Privacy Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Privacy Solicitor to join its dynamic Group Legal team. This role offers a unique opportunity to support global operations on data protection and privacy risk, navigating the complexities of GDPR and the UK Data Protection Act. Collaborating with various stakeholders, you'll provide legal advice on a broad range of privacy matters, draft essential agreements, and contribute to the development of data protection policies. If you have a passion for data privacy and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with strong experience in data privacy law.
• Understanding of GDPR, UK DPA, PECR, and EU AI Act.

Responsibilities

• Advise on data privacy issues, including GDPR and UK DPA compliance.
• Draft and negotiate data processing agreements and privacy provisions.
• Contribute to data protection policies and training initiatives.

Skills

Data Privacy Law

GDPR Compliance

UK Data Protection Act

PECR

Contract Drafting

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

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Our client, a well known global organisation with a well-established in-house legal function, is seeking a Privacy Solicitor to join its Group Legal team. This is a dynamic role supporting global operations on data protection, digital transformation, and privacy risk — offering the opportunity to work at the forefront of legal and regulatory change.

Reporting to the Group Privacy Counsel, you’ll provide legal advice across a broad range of privacy matters and collaborate with stakeholders in Digital, IT, Information Security, HR, Procurement, and beyond.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise on the full range of data privacy issues, including compliance with GDPR, the UK Data Protection Act, and PECR
• Draft and negotiate data processing agreements, data transfer clauses, and privacy-related provisions in commercial contracts
• Review and advise on ROPAs, DPIAs, vendor assessments, and other privacy-related due diligence as part of digital and AI-driven projects
• Monitor regulatory developments, including the EU AI Act, and advise the business on their implications
• Support investigations and response planning for personal data breaches and broader cyber preparedness initiatives
• Contribute to the development and implementation of data protection policies, training, and internal controls
• Collaborate with business units across jurisdictions on day-to-day privacy queries and compliance strategies

About You:

• You are a qualified solicitor with strong experience in data privacy law, ideally gained in-house or with a focus on financial institutions
• You have a sound understanding of GDPR, UK DPA, PECR, and ideally, exposure to the EU AI Act
• You’re confident drafting and negotiating privacy-related agreements and engaging with operational and technical teams
• You have strong analytical and communication skills and can translate complex legal requirements into clear, practical guidance
• You work well independently and within a close-knit team, and are adaptable, proactive, and detail-focused
• You have a genuine interest in data privacy and thrive in a role that blends legal insight with digital innovation

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