In-House Data Privacy Counsel 2 PQE+

Haggerty Jaques; Leeds, London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job description

Legal Counsel - Data Privacy 2 PQE+

London or Leeds

Hybrid & Flexible Working

Highly Competitive Salary & Fantastic Benefits

The Opportunity

Are you a Privacy expert looking for an exciting and rewarding role within a dynamic organisation? We’re working with a well-known and highly respected company seeking a talented Legal Counsel with Data Privacy experience to join their team. This is your chance to make a real impact in an organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and expertise.

Why You’ll Love This Role

Data privacy is at the heart of this organisation’s strategy and its commitment to maintaining the highest standards of data protection.

As a dedicated Privacy Counsel, you’ll play a pivotal role in advising on privacy risks, supporting digital transformation, and ensuring compliance across the business.

You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders and contribute to strategic decision-making that shapes the future of privacy and data protection. If you’re commercially savvy and passionate about privacy in the insurance sector, this is the role for you!

What You’ll Be Doing

• Providing expert, commercially focused advice on privacy and data protection matters, including data processing agreements and impact assessments.
• Ensuring compliance with privacy regulations and highlighting key risks to senior stakeholders.
• Supporting digital transformation by embedding data protection best practices into business strategies.
• Managing personal data breaches and overseeing reporting obligations.
• Building strong relationships with stakeholders across legal, risk, compliance, IT, and marketing teams.
• Keeping up to date with regulatory developments and advising on their impact.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified solicitor with extensive knowledge of data protection laws and at least 2 years’ PQE
• Privacy certification (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPP/M) is desirable but not essential.
• Experience in a regulated environment is desirable.
• Experience handling complex data processing agreements.
• International privacy experience would be a bonus.

What You’ll get in Return

• This company is committed to supporting its people, offering a benefits package that prioritises health, work-life balance, and financial wellbeing:
• 25 days’ holiday (increasing with service) with the option to buy or sell days.
• Health insurance
• Enhanced pension plan and life insurance.
• Annual performance-based bonus.
• Access to onsite gyms or local gym discounts.
• A range of family-friendly benefits and flexible working options.
• If you’re passionate about privacy and want to work in a forward-thinking, inclusive environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Any references to PQE are provided as a guide and should not deter candidates with more or fewer years’ experience from applying. We welcome applications from individuals who can demonstrate the requisite skills and expertise for this role.

Haggerty Jaques is committed to promoting equality and diversity. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of background.