Senior Data Protection & Privacy Counsel

Medtronic; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare technology company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Data Protection Officer & Senior Counsel to lead compliance efforts with privacy laws and contribute to the Global Privacy Team. The role includes advising staff, managing data protection programs, and negotiating agreements. The ideal candidate will have extensive in-house experience, particularly within healthcare, and a solid understanding of data governance and privacy regulations. Competitive salary and flexible benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible benefits package

Short-term incentive plan

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare or highly regulated environments.
• Demonstrated ability to implement data protection programs.
• Knowledge of national/international data protection laws.

Responsibilities

• Monitor compliance with GDPR and data protection laws.
• Advise employees on data protection obligations.
• Develop data protection compliance programs.
• Manage responses to personal data breaches.
• Negotiate privacy agreements and contracts.
• Support compliance and business objectives.

Skills

In-house experience

Data protection program management

Expert knowledge of GDPR

Negotiating data protection agreements

Understanding of AI and data governance

Job description

A global healthcare technology company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Data Protection Officer & Senior Counsel to lead compliance efforts with privacy laws and contribute to the Global Privacy Team. The role includes advising staff, managing data protection programs, and negotiating agreements. The ideal candidate will have extensive in-house experience, particularly within healthcare, and a solid understanding of data governance and privacy regulations. Competitive salary and flexible benefits are offered.