Senior Recruitment Consultant - Data Privacy/Protection Associates, Risk & Compliance and Paralegal

Our client, a globally recognised law firm, is actively recruiting for a highly experienced England & Wales Qualified Lawyer to join them on a permanent basis in London as their new Deputy Chief Privacy Officer.

You will be the Deputy to the Chief Privacy Officer – supporting in the delivery of appropriate data privacy/protection and governance strategies, policies, and procedures and all legal/regulatory obligations.

As the successful Deputy CPO, you will be responsible for:

• Supporting the CPO in the delivery of data privacy strategy
• Managing and providing day‑to‑day leadership and advice on global data incident response
• Leading on data protection regulatory reporting, developing and maintaining systems and processes
• Ensuring the safeguarding of individuals' privacy and security
• Leading thorough investigations into data privacy and security issues
• Providing expert advice on the compliant handling of data throughout its lifecycle
• Designing and championing data privacy and security training and awareness programmes

Qualifications:

• England & Wales Qualified Lawyer with a minimum of 8 years post‑qualification experience
• Recognised data privacy qualification and/or significant experience in data privacy within a law firm, professional services or similar corporate environment
• Expert knowledge of international privacy laws
• Experience advising on data aspects of technology and cybersecurity
• Ability to advise on global strategies and mitigate risks associated with data privacy

Extremely Competitive Market Salary + Benefits. London Office + Hybrid Working.

For more information on this exceptional opportunity and to review a full job description, get in touch as soon as possible.