Legal Counsel Data and Technology at EY

EY; Rotterdam; Hybrid; EUR 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Good pension

Holiday allowance

Annual bonus

Laptop and phone (private use)

Monthly internet allowance

34 vacation days

Mobility budget

Hybrid working model

Remote work abroad up to 20 days/year

Extensive training & development

Job summary

EY is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel for its Data Protection Team in Rotterdam. You will advise on privacy and data protection, assess the legal aspects of new technologies, and conduct DPIAs. The role requires translating complex legal matters into concrete actions and training EY colleagues.

You will join a team of about six in the Legal department, with responsibilities spanning strategic, tactical, and operational privacy work, while collaborating across EY networks.

Qualifications

• LL.M. degree and 4–6 years of privacy & data protection experience.
• CIPP/E or CIPP/M certification or equivalent is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Primary contact for business on privacy and data protection matters.
• Advise on legal aspects concerning new technology and DPIAs.
• Develop and deliver awareness training on privacy and data protection.

Skills

Privacy & data protection

DPIA

AI regulations

Leadership & coaching

Communication

Project-based work

Training delivery

Dutch language

English language

Education

LL.M. degree

Job description

This opportunity was posted more than 30 days ago and no application deadline was provided. You can explore active listings below.

Candidates must possess an LL.M. degree and have a minimum of 4-6 years of relevant work experience as a jurist in privacy & data protection. A CIPP/E or CIPP/M certification or equivalent is a plus. Required skills include knowledge and experience in broad data protection and AI regulations, affinity for innovation, people-oriented with strong coaching and leadership abilities, effective communication, and experience in project-based and process-based work. Excellent command of both Dutch and English (spoken and written) is mandatory.

Jobs

Full Opportunity Brief

Title: Legal Counsel Data and Technology at EY
Category: Jobs
Organiser: EY
Description: EY is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel for its Data Protection Team within the Legal department in Rotterdam. This full-time position involves advising on privacy and data protection, legal aspects of new technologies, conducting DPIAs, and providing training. The role requires a pragmatic advisor who can translate legal matters into concrete actions for colleagues and contribute to the team's and organization's objectives.
Location: Rotterdam
Eligibility: Candidates must possess an LL.M. degree and have a minimum of 4-6 years of relevant work experience as a jurist in privacy & data protection. A CIPP/E or CIPP/M certification or equivalent is a plus. Required skills include knowledge and experience in broad data protection and AI regulations, affinity for innovation, people-oriented with strong coaching and leadership abilities, effective communication, and experience in project-based and process-based work. Excellent command of both Dutch and English (spoken and written) is mandatory.
Fees: None
Deadline: Not specified
Key Details:

• Seniority Level: Senior employee
• Job Type: Fulltime
• Function: Legal
• Industries: Professional services
• Team Description: The Data Protection Team within the Legal department consists of approximately 6 colleagues. The team works on strategic, tactical, and operational levels, collaborating with international EY networks.
• Responsibilities: Serving as the primary contact for business on privacy and data protection matters; advising on legal aspects concerning the introduction of new technology, including conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs); developing and delivering awareness training on privacy and data protection for EY colleagues; acting as a sparring partner for the team leader and the Data Protection Officer (DPO), contributing to the goals of the Legal department and EY organization; identifying and implementing improvement and innovation opportunities; guiding and contributing to the personal and professional development of junior colleagues; assessing and advising on IT security incidents.
• Benefits: Competitive salary, good pension, holiday allowance, annual bonus, laptop and phone (for private use), monthly internet allowance, 34 vacation days (with option to purchase additional days), mobility budget, hybrid working model (well-equipped home office, shared office days in Rotterdam), opportunity to work remotely from abroad for up to 20 working days per year, option to swap 3 national holidays, extensive training and development opportunities, access to the wellbeing platform OpenUp, and emphasis on teaming and internal networks.

Contact Info: Not specified