Senior Data Privacy Lawyer

Placements24; Gauteng; Remote; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Home office stipend

Health & wellness benefits

Executive benefits package

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Data Privacy Lawyer to lead the company’s privacy strategy in a remote-first setup. You will guide compliance with POPIA, GDPR, and related regimes, translate complex legal requirements into practical policies, and collaborate with IT and business leaders to embed privacy by design.

The role demands an attorney with 8+ years’ experience, strong drafting skills, and superb stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with 8+ years in data privacy and protection.
• Strong knowledge of POPIA and GDPR.
• Experience drafting privacy notices and contractual clauses.
• Proactive risk management and privacy by design.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain privacy policies aligned with POPIA, GDPR, and other regulations.
• Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and Privacy by Design reviews for new projects.
• Advise on data subject rights requests, data breach incidents, and regulatory investigations.
• Provide legal guidance on data processing agreements, cross-border data transfers, and third-party vendor agreements.
• Develop and deliver privacy training programs to employees across departments.
• Stay abreast of evolving data privacy laws and best practices globally, advising on their impact.

Skills

Data privacy law

POPIA & GDPR

Policy drafting

DPIA

Stakeholder management

Remote collaboration

Education

Admitted Attorney

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a specialized and forward-thinking Senior Data Privacy Lawyer to join their team, operating in a remote-first capacity. This role is critical in guiding the company through the complex landscape of data protection laws, including POPIA and GDPR. You will be responsible for developing and implementing robust data privacy strategies, policies, and procedures across the organization. This position requires deep expertise in privacy regulations, a proactive approach to risk management, and the ability to translate intricate legal requirements into practical business solutions. You will work closely with IT, compliance, and business leaders to ensure privacy by design and default.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive data privacy policies and procedures aligned with POPIA, GDPR, and other relevant regulations.
• Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and Privacy by Design reviews for new projects and systems.
• Advise on data subject rights requests, data breach incidents, and regulatory investigations.
• Provide legal guidance on data processing agreements, cross-border data transfers, and third-party vendor agreements.
• Develop and deliver privacy training programs to employees across various departments.
• Stay abreast of evolving data privacy laws and best practices globally, advising on their impact.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney with at least 8 years of relevant legal experience, with a strong focus on data privacy and protection.
• In-depth knowledge of South African POPIA and international regulations like GDPR.
• Experience in drafting privacy policies, notices, and contractual clauses.
• Proven ability to manage complex privacy projects and compliance initiatives.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, adept at remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive benefits package.
• Full remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunity to shape the privacy framework of a growing organization.