Data Privacy Lawyer - Tech firm - 12 month contract - Robert Half : Job Details

Data Privacy Lawyer

Temporary Maternity Leave Cover (12 months)

Technology firm

Based Surrey (Hybrid working)

Job Responsibilities:

• Work with Privacy Team to develop, implement, and update a globally comprehensive privacy program, focused on assessing risks, designing and updating controls, monitoring and evidencing compliance, and evolving the program over time;
• Assist with Data Privacy Rights response processes (e.g. requests for access or deletion);
• Assist with Data Mapping, DPIAs, and Data Protection Regulator enquiries;
• Support the on-going development of internal policies and guidance for privacy and data governance practices;
• Provide legal advice and day-to-day support to cross-functional groups responsible for auditor, regulator, and third-party relationships;
• Help with the management and implementation of internal tools and third-party certifications to support cookie compliance, PIA/DPIA, and data mapping programs;
• Perform legal research and provide practical advice on emerging global privacy regulations, including providing expertise to the policy and government relations team;
• Monitor organizational processes, internal controls and perform analysis to measure program effectiveness and compliance; complete appropriate documentation

Required skills and experience:

• UK, EU or Common Law qualified lawyer and 4+ years' relevant privacy experience, with a preference for European Economic Area-focused experience;
• Experience with consumer privacy, data practices, and information governance, as well as digital product-to-market
• Technology contracting experience, including Data Processing Agreements;
• Demonstrated ability to work independently on diverse matters, successfully lead cross-functional projects, and comfortable finding creative and practical solutions;
• CIPP, CIPP-E, a plus

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