Professional Support Lawyer - Data Protection

Michael Page (UK); City Of London; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Professional Support Lawyer to support their legal team in data protection law. The role includes monitoring legal developments, organizing training, and working on client initiatives. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in UK and EU data protection, along with excellent legal drafting skills. This position offers a competitive salary of £110,000 to £150,000 and opportunities for career advancement in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Permanent position

Professional development opportunities

Supportive company culture

Qualifications

• Strong technical expertise in UK and EU data protection law.
• Experience or interest in digital regulation (DMA, DSA, etc.).
• Excellent legal drafting and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze legal developments in data protection law.
• Organize training sessions and maintain internal knowledge banks.
• Support client-facing initiatives including seminars and publications.

Skills

Technical expertise in UK and EU data protection law

Legal drafting skills

Excellent communication skills

Client-focused mindset

familiarity with knowledge functions

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Join a Tier 1 team shaping global data protection strategy

• Join a Tier 1 team shaping global data protection strategy
• Influence cutting-edge digital regulation in a high-impact, strategic role

About Our Client

This opportunity is with a leader in Data Protection & Information Law, and IT & Outsourcing. This firm is well-regarded for its emphasis on legal excellence and its commitment to supporting clients with tailored and practical solutions.

Job Description

The PSL will play a key role in supporting the team's legal knowledge and client engagement strategy. Responsibilities include:

• Monitoring and analysing legal developments in UK and EU data protection law, as well as broader digital regulation (e.g. DMA, DSA, Data Act, AIA, NIS2)
• Maintaining and updating precedents and know-how resources
• Organising training sessions and maintaining internal knowledge banks
• Supporting client-facing initiatives including seminars, publications, and bulletins
• Collaborating with fee-earners, marketing, and BD teams on legal content and client updates
• Exploring and supporting tech-driven solutions to improve team efficiency
• Responding to internal queries and providing legal insight on current law and practice
• Onboarding and training new trainees and associates on know-how tools and resources
• Coordinating with PSLs across the firm globally to ensure alignment and best practice sharing

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong technical expertise in UK and EU data protection law
• Experience or interest in adjacent areas of digital regulation (DMA, DSA, etc.)
• Excellent legal drafting and communication skills
• A client-focused mindset and ability to translate complex legal issues into practical guidance
• Confidence using Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Prior PSL experience is helpful but not essential; familiarity with knowledge functions in large firms is beneficial

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary in the range of £110,000 to £150,000.
• Permanent position within a respected organisation in the professional services industry.
• Opportunities to work on high-impact legal matters in data protection.
• Supportive and collaborative company culture.
• Professional development opportunities and access to legal resources.

If you are a dedicated Professional Support Lawyer with a passion for data protection, this role offers an excellent opportunity to advance your career. Apply now to make a meaningful impact in this challenging and rewarding position.