Senior IT & Data Privacy Associate

Selby Jennings; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Selby Jennings is assisting a leading international law firm in Amsterdam to recruit a senior associate for its technology and data practice. The role focuses on IT, privacy and data protection matters for major corporate clients, including GDPR and governance work.

Ideal candidates will have 5–8 years post-qualification experience, strong IT/privacy contracting background, and a client-facing mindset. Dutch qualification and fluency in English are preferred.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years post-qualification IT/privacy or technology contracting experience.
• Strong IT/privacy and/or commercial technology contract background.
• Commercial, client-facing approach with fluency in English (Dutch preferred).
• Background from a respected international or Dutch firm, or strong in-house experience.

Responsibilities

• Advise on IT, privacy and data protection matters, including GDPR compliance and data governance.
• Handle commercial contracting, including IT and vendor/supplier agreements.
• Support major corporate clients on technology-driven projects and transactions.
• Work within a growing team led by experienced practitioners in the field.

Skills

IT law

Privacy law

Commercial contracting

Client facing

Education

Dutch qualification as advocaat

Job description

Selby Jennings is assisting a leading international law firm in Amsterdam to recruit a senior associate for its technology and data practice. The role focuses on IT, privacy and data protection matters for major corporate clients, including GDPR and governance work.

Ideal candidates will have 5–8 years post-qualification experience, strong IT/privacy contracting background, and a client-facing mindset. Dutch qualification and fluency in English are preferred.