Senior Data Privacy Lawyer

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work stipend

Health benefits

Autonomy

Privacy tech tools

Data security culture

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Data Privacy Lawyer to lead data protection initiatives from a remote, home-based position, shaping the company’s governance framework and policies to ensure regulatory compliance.

Admitted Attorney with 6+ years in data privacy and GDPR/POPIA expertise translates complex requirements into practical business solutions; remote work is supported with autonomy.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with 6+ years' experience in data privacy and protection law.
• Deep knowledge of POPIA, GDPR, and international privacy regimes.
• Experience developing privacy compliance programs and leading DPIAs.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive data privacy policies and procedures.
• Advise on compliance with POPIA, GDPR, and other relevant data protection laws.
• Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and advise on data processing agreements.
• Manage data breach incidents and lead response efforts.
• Provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders on data privacy best practices.

Skills

Data privacy law

Remote work capability

Regulatory compliance

DPIA experience

Education

Admitted Attorney

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking organisation, is looking for an experienced Senior Data Privacy Lawyer to lead its data protection initiatives from a remote, home-based position. This role is critical in ensuring compliance with global and local data privacy regulations, developing policies, and advising on data-related legal risks. You will be at the forefront of privacy law, working autonomously to shape the company's data governance framework. This is a fully remote opportunity for a dedicated legal professional to make a significant impact on data privacy strategy across the organization, regardless of geographic location.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive data privacy policies and procedures.
• Advise on compliance with POPIA, GDPR, and other relevant data protection laws.
• Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and advise on data processing agreements.
• Manage data breach incidents and lead response efforts.
• Provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders on data privacy best practices.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney with a minimum of 6 years of experience, with a significant focus on data privacy and protection law .
• In-depth knowledge of POPIA, GDPR, and international privacy regimes.
• Experience in developing and implementing privacy compliance programs.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to translate complex legal requirements into practical business solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, comfortable working remotely.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and remote work stipend.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Significant autonomy and opportunity to shape privacy strategy.
• Access to cutting-edge legal technology and resources.
• Be part of a culture that prioritizes data security and privacy compliance.