Data Protection Solicitor

Overview

As a Data Protection Solicitor in Leeds, you will advise on data privacy and governance for a diverse client base, helping implement GDPR-compliant programs and advise on contractual data protection issues. You will support cross-functional teams on cloud procurements, outsourcing and other IT-related matters. The role offers a collaborative culture, high-caliber work, and a strong salary package in a respected international firm. This is an opportunity to shape data protection practice for ambitious clients and contribute to a leading team.

Pay / Benefits

• excellent salary package
• supportive, collegiate environment
• international firm with high-quality work

Responsibilities

• Provide data protection and privacy advisory services to new and existing clients
• Support GDPR implementation and compliance programs
• Advise on data protection in contractual/transactional contexts (cloud procurements, outsourcing)
• Contribute to a highly regarded data protection practice with international client base
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality legal advice

Key requirements

• 2-4PQE in data protection or related IT/privacy practice
• Demonstrable experience in data protection matters (in-house or private practice)
• Background from a national/regional firm or large in-house legal team with data protection expertise

• ambitious
• collaborative
• client-focused
• data protection
• privacy advisory
• GDPR implementation

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