Global Data Privacy Manager Location: Uxbridge, London (Hybrid - 3 days in office)Department: LegalReporting to: Director, Senior Counsel - InternationalWe 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 organisations 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