Global Data Privacy Counsel

Job Title : Global Data Privacy Counsel (Maternity Cover)

Location : Uxbridge, London (Hybrid – 3 days in the office)

Salary : £75,000 – £80,000 + bonus + 25 days holiday + benefits

Are you a qualified lawyer with strong expertise in data privacy and commercial contracts? This is an excellent opportunity to join an international legal team as Global Data Privacy Counsel on a maternity cover contract.

You will play a key role in advising on global data privacy matters across multiple regions, while working closely with senior legal counsel, business leaders, and external advisors.

Key Responsibilities :

Advise on a broad range of global data privacy issues across the EU, UK, Canada, Mexico, APAC and the US.

Draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements including e-commerce, software licensing, consultancy and contracts with data privacy clauses.

Prepare and advise on data protection agreements such as processing and transfer agreements, as well as privacy impact assessments.

Support and maintain global data privacy policies, guidelines, procedures and training.

Ensure records of personal data processing are accurately captured and maintained.

Coordinate and manage data subject access requests and data breach incidents.

Monitor legal and regulatory developments and communicate impacts to global stakeholders.

Collaborate with business leaders, legal counsel, audit and compliance teams. About You :

Qualified lawyer with extensive experience in data privacy, ideally gained in-house.

Proven background advising on commercial contracts is essential.

Previous experience in a large international organisation is desirable.

Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.

Sector experience in retail / manufacturing is advantageous.

Proficient with Microsoft Office. Additional Information :

Hybrid role : minimum 3 days per week in the Uxbridge office, with flexibility to attend as required.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be UK-based.

Occasional international travel may be required. How to Apply

If you are a skilled data privacy lawyer seeking an exciting international role with strong exposure across global markets, we’d love to hear from you