Data Privacy Lawyer

4 hours ago


Belfast, United Kingdom Lennoxvale Specialist Recruitment Full time

Your New Company


Our client is one of the top global law firms in the world and we’re delighted to be assisting then in their search for a Data Privacy Lawyer / Data Privacy Specialist to join their Data Privacy Team in Belfast.


This is an exciting opportunity to join a truly global team and play a vital role in supporting the firm’s privacy and data governance program.


The mission of the Data Privacy Team is to foster a strong culture of data protection compliance and good data governance throughout the firm, while providing pragmatic and business-focused advice. The team advises the global business on:


Data protection compliance globally

Data and AI governance

Cyber security and data incident response


Your New Role


As the Data Privacy Lawyer / Data Privacy Specialist, you will report directly to the Chief Privacy Officer, taking on a dynamic, fast-paced, and challenging role in privacy and data governance.

This position is ideal for lawyers or non-lawyers with a proven track record in risk management or in-house legal teams. If you have a keen interest in data governance, cybersecurity, and incident response, this role is perfect for you.


The key aspects of the role will be to:


  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advise on compliance with privacy laws and data governance requirements globally, responding to queries from colleagues worldwide.
  • Work with a diverse range of stakeholders to deliver the firm’s privacy program, streamline its operating model to meet evolving business needs, and ensure global consistency.
  • Provide support and advice on data incident response.
  • Contribute to the development of, and guidance on, the firm’s market-leading AI governance programme.
  • Partner with stakeholders on technology and data innovations to ensure good data handling practices and privacy by design.
  • Develop and deliver training and communication plans.
  • Create and maintain records, policies, guidance, and pro-forma documentation related to data protection compliance, incident response, and data governance best practices.
  • Help manage and support junior members of the team in their professional development.
  • Support all aspects of the Chief Privacy Officer's work.


What You Need To Succeed


As the Data Privacy Lawyer / Data Privacy Specialist, you will be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:


Either be a qualified lawyer with data privacy experience or a data privacy professional (our client will consider candidates that are not qualified lawyers with deep expertise in data privacy matters)

extensive experience in providing directive and pragmatic advice in a commercial context.


Experience of, or a strong interest in, advising a wide range of business stakeholders on data privacy, information security and data handling issues.


Experience of working in an international corporate or professional services environment.

the ability to understand, explain and advise on technical processes using business-friendly language.


Excellent IT skills and a passion for innovation.


A proven ability to work independently and proactively, managing and prioritising a busy workload

self-motivation and the ability to tackle new and varied challenges.


Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


Excellent attention to detail.


A collaborative approach and the ability to work well in a team and with a wide range of business stakeholders.


Desirable


Experience of managing global business change projects.

A relevant data privacy qualification such as CIPP/A, CIPP/E or CIPM.

Experience of working in a risk function or equivalent.


What You'll Receive In Return


As the Data Privacy Lawyer / Data Privacy Specialist, you will receive a highly attractive market salary along with a market leading package of benefits.


Applying For Your New Role


Does this position sound of interest? Please submit your CV confidentially and we will be in touch shortly to discuss the opportunity in further detail. Or, if you prefer to chat about the role confidentially before submitting a CV, please get in touch via the contact details provided.


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