Our client, a well established law firm, seeks to recruit a Senior Data Protection Lawyer.

Main responsibilities

• Supports with overall implementation and takes the leadership of data protection programs for high regulated clients in a wide range of jurisdictions worldwide
• Exercises practical communication and relationship building skills and contribute to the priorities of the team and the clients to meet time expectations
• Provides expert data protection advice to our clients located in and outside the EU/EEA and the UK
• Monitors, advises, drafts and negotiates data protection agreements as well as data transfer agreements
• Drafts and advises on data protection related documentation such as data privacy notices & consent forms, policies, procedures and manuals
• Conducts Data Privacy and Data Transfer Impact Assessments
• Completes Records of Processing Activities
• Participates in projects to ensure privacy by design and by default at all levels
• Handles data breach notifications, including prepare security incident/data breach investigation reports
• Responds to requests/queries from individuals
• Assists with training, online and in person

• Bachelor’s degree in law
• Master’s degree in Law in the field of Data Protection is considered a strong plus
• At least 3-6 years previous experience of advising on data protection matters
• CIPP/CIPM/CIPT or comparable privacy certification would be considered a plus
• Expert knowledge of data protection legislation, including the GDPR, along with a good understanding of other major privacy frameworks and evolving legislation worldwide (CCPA; UK GDPR; APPI etc.)
• Excellent command of the English language; strong written and verbal skills
• Ability to translate complex data protection and legal matters into straightforward, pragmatic and user friendly advice
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft software applications
• Professional handling of an additional language (Italian; German; Spanish; Portuguese) would be a significant plus
• Experience of data protection framework in pharma sector as well as exposure to data protection legislation in a worldwide level would be an asset
• Proactive “can do” attitude and a willingness to support and assist with alldata protection related activities
  
• Ability to build relationships with key clients, co workers and businesspartners
  
• Team orientated and able to work collaboratively with other colleagues todeliver results
  
• Ability to manage time well, prioritize effectively, and handle multipledeadlines