Senior Privacy Counsel

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Senior Privacy Counsel - Major UK Brand

An amazing opportunity for an experienced Data Privacy Lawyer to support an iconic British brand in the UK.

The role will lead on Data Privacy globally for the business and will operate in both an advisory and operational capacity. It is an exciting time to join the business as AI in this sector as well as industry regulatory changes mean the business is investing in these areas and as a result, it needs excellent legal judgment, strong technical knowledge and a commercial approach.

This role will deputise the DPO and be the go-to person for all Privacy matters affecting the global business. It will suit an individual looking for a hands-on role with significant stakeholder engagement, whilst also acting as the lead data privacy advisor to a number of complex privacy matters effecting a global, well recognised, brand.

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Substantial experience of working within a complex Data Privacy environment, either in-house, or reputable law firm.
• Good understanding of European Privacy rules (including GDPR) effecting a technology focussed global organisation.
• UK or European Legal qualification.
• Demonstrable experience of influencing senior stakeholders.
• Ability to work with a global business.