Privacy & Technology Counsel — GDPR, AI & Data Security

Centrica Plc; Windsor; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy provider in the UK is seeking a Legal Counsel for Privacy and Technology. This role involves providing high-quality privacy support and advising on various legal aspects, including GDPR and cybersecurity. The ideal candidate is a qualified lawyer with strong expertise in privacy law, capable of managing stakeholder relationships and complexities within a fast-paced environment. You’ll help shape policies and guidance while ensuring regulatory compliance in a collaborative team focused on technological advances.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Support for employee wellbeing

Comprehensive rewards package

Qualifications

• Proven success in a fast-paced, challenging environment (preferably in-house).
• Experience drafting data protection clauses and advising on contracts.
• Solid understanding of privacy, AI, technology, and information security law in the UK and Europe.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, risk-aware privacy support across the business.
• Help manage operational and regulatory risks through policies, training, and guidance.
• Advise on data protection clauses, transfer risk assessments, DPIAs, and breach assessments.

Skills

GDPR knowledge

Privacy law expertise

Stakeholder management

Adaptability

Strong interest in emerging technologies

Education

Qualified Lawyer

Privacy or technology-related certification

Job description

A leading energy provider in the UK is seeking a Legal Counsel for Privacy and Technology. This role involves providing high-quality privacy support and advising on various legal aspects, including GDPR and cybersecurity. The ideal candidate is a qualified lawyer with strong expertise in privacy law, capable of managing stakeholder relationships and complexities within a fast-paced environment. You’ll help shape policies and guidance while ensuring regulatory compliance in a collaborative team focused on technological advances.