Job Title: Global Data Privacy Counsel
Location: Uxbridge, London (Hybrid – 3 days in the office)
12 month contrac
Competitive Salary and Benefits
Are you a qualified lawyer with hands-on experience in data privacy and commercial contracts? This is an exciting opportunity to join an international legal team as Global Data Privacy Counsel, supporting a fast-moving, consumer-focused business.
In this role, you’ll advise on global data privacy matters across multiple regions, working closely with senior legal counsel, business leaders, and external advisors, while contributing directly to commercial contracts and operational policies.
About You:
Qualified lawyer with strong hands-on experience in data privacy, ideally gained in-house.
Proven experience advising on commercial contracts is essential.
Previous experience in a B2C environment—retail, product, or consumer-facing businesses—is highly desirable.
Experience in large international organisations is a plus.
Strong organisational and project management skills, able to manage multiple priorities.
Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Office.
Key Responsibilities:
Advise on 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, and contracts with data privacy clauses.
Prepare and advise on data protection agreements such as processing and transfer agreements, and privacy impact assessments.
Maintain and support global data privacy policies, guidelines, procedures, and training.
Ensure accurate records of personal data processing and compliance with regulations.
Manage data subject access requests and data breach incidents.
Monitor legal and regulatory developments and communicate impacts to business stakeholders.
Collaborate closely with business leaders, legal counsel, audit, and compliance teams.
Additional Information:
Hybrid role: minimum 3 days per week in the Uxbridge office.
UK-based applicants with the right to work in the UK only.
Occasional international travel may be required