Global Data Privacy Manager
Location: Uxbridge, London (Hybrid – 3 days in office)
Department: Legal
Reporting to: Director, Senior Counsel – International
We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Global Data Privacy Manager to join a high-performing international Legal team. Based in London, this role is central to supporting global data privacy governance and advising the business across multiple jurisdictions.
This position is highly suited to candidates with in-house or private company experience, where they can work proactively, deliver results at pace, and take ownership of their remit. While contractors or consultants may provide advice in specific areas, this role requires a fully engaged, hands-on professional with the confidence to operate across the broader legal and business landscape.
Key Responsibilities
Partner with the Director, Senior Counsel – International to build awareness and embed the organisation’s global data privacy governance programme
Provide in-house legal advice on a broad range of global data privacy matters and data-sharing initiatives across the EU, UK, US, Canada, Mexico and APAC regions
Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including e-commerce, software licensing, consultancy agreements, and contracts containing data privacy provisions
Prepare and advise on data protection documentation such as Data Processing Agreements (DPAs), data transfer agreements and Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs)
Maintain and update data privacy policies, procedures, guidelines, and privacy training materials
Work with business process and asset owners to ensure accurate documentation of personal data processing within the central data privacy compliance tool
Coordinate and manage data subject access requests and data breach incidents
Monitor legal and regulatory developments, providing clear analysis and guidance to global stakeholders, including at Corporate Compliance and Governance Committee level
Support data privacy custodians, legal counsel, internal audit, and wider business stakeholders Technical Skills & Experience
Qualified lawyer with a strong background in data privacy, ideally gained in-house
Experience working within a private or international company is highly preferred
Hands-on approach, able to operate at pace and take ownership of projects
Experience advising on data privacy within commercial contracts is essential
Candidates can be newly qualified lawyers, provided they have the right attitude, a willingness to develop, and a track record (or strong qualifications) in Data Privacy
Experience within retail or manufacturing sectors is desirable
Confident using Microsoft Office applications Personal Skills
Strong leadership and organisational skills with the ability to plan, prioritise, and make sound decisions
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of engaging effectively at all levels
Highly motivated, proactive, and able to work independently while collaborating with global teams
Strong analytical skills, able to simplify and communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders
Qualifications
University degree in Law or equivalent professional qualification
Strong focus or proven track record in Data Privacy
Salary & Benefits
Salary: £80,000 per annum
Performance Bonus: 10% based on agreed company objectives
Probationary Period: 6 months
Holiday Allowance: 25 days per annum (pro-rata), increasing by 1 day per year from the second year to a maximum of 30 days
Group Personal Pension: employer contributions 4% / employee contributions 4%
Group Life Assurance: 3x annual salary
Private Medical Insurance: available to opt-in as a benefit in kind
Working Environment
Office-based role in Uxbridge, London, with excellent public transport links and on-site parking
Hybrid working model: minimum 3 days per week in the office
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be UK-based
Some international travel may be required