Data Privacy Specialist

Data Privacy Officer/Lawyer – Highly Regarded Law Firm

We are delighted to be working with a highly regarded full-service law firm to find a Data Privacy Officer/Lawyer to support the DPO.

Our client is a smart, forward-thinking, and friendly employer that has grown significantly in the last 10 years to become one of the UK’s Top 50 firms. It has been listed in The Times Best Law Firms and is consistently ranked in the top tier of the legal sector guides. The firm is proud to serve leading household names, large businesses, public bodies, and private individuals. It offers its staff a warm and respectful working environment and understanding culture.

As the firm grows, the internal risk and compliance team is expanding to meet the demands of the business. A newly created role of Data Privacy Officer has been established to support the DPO.

There are plans to implement a comprehensive automated privacy framework software, and the newly appointed Data Privacy Officer will support the DPO to ensure the firm is compliant with UK GDPR. The Privacy Officer will manage the automated tool and leverage the relevant software automation capabilities & tools (DSARS, conduct audits, manage centralized inventory and mapping). Additionally, they will work closely with the DPO in reviewing privacy policies, employee training, drills, conducting in-person GDPR clinics, new vendor GDPR assessments, and DP investigations.

This role is an important hire for the firm and will provide strength and guidance to the internal team. We are seeking a data privacy specialist or lawyer with 3+ years of experience. Ideally, you will demonstrate solid knowledge of GDPR and privacy laws. A good grasp of IT systems and data security is also highly desirable. Knowledge and experience of law firm regulation and compliance will be an added advantage but is not a prerequisite to be considered for this opportunity.

The role can be based in either Nottingham or Oxford.

If you are seeking a fresh challenge in a role where you will make a significant contribution, please get in touch with Michelle Corneby at Cyan Partners to find out more. Michelle@cyan.partners