Global Data Privacy Manager (Maternity Cover) 12 month contract

Uxbridge, London (Local Candidates as requirement is to work 2-3 days per week in the office) Candidates must be local within a 1 hour commute to Uxbridge

Are you a qualified lawyer with a passion for global data privacy? I am seeking a Global Data Privacy Manager/Commercial Lawyer to join our team as maternity cover. Based in London, you'll work closely with the Director Senior Counsel - International, contributing to our global data privacy governance program and providing valuable legal advice.

**Responsibilities:**

• Collaborate with the Director Senior Counsel of International to build awareness of our global data privacy governance program.
• Offer in-house legal advice on various global data privacy matters and data sharing initiatives across different regions.
• Draft, negotiate, and review commercial agreements, including those related to e-commerce, software licensing, and consultancy, with a focus on data privacy clauses.
• Create and advise on data protection agreements, such as data processing agreements, data transfer agreements, and privacy impact assessments.
• Update and maintain data privacy policies, guidelines, procedures, and oversee privacy training.
• Ensure personal data processing records are accurately captured and documented in our central data privacy compliance tool.
• Coordinate and manage data subject requests and data breach incidents.
• Keep a close eye on legal developments and provide analysis to key business stakeholders globally, including at a Corporate Compliance and Governance Committee.
• Support data privacy custodians across the business, legal counsel, internal audit, and other stakeholders.

**Qualifications:**

• University Degree in Law or equivalent.
• Qualified lawyer with significant experience in data privacy, ideally gained in-house.
• Experience reviewing and advising on commercial contracts is essential.
• Previous experience in the retail/manufacturing sector is preferred.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products.

**Skills:**

• Exceptional leadership skills, including organisation, planning, problem-solving, and decision-making.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with people at all organisational levels.
• Excellent organisational skills, time management, and the ability to handle multiple deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills for comprehending and communicating complex legal information.

**Work Environment/Physical Requirements:**

• Office based in Uxbridge, London, with convenient access to public transport or provided parking. Candidates will need to be local to come into the office
• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be UK-based.
• Hybrid working, with at least 3 days per week in the office and flexibility to attend the office as required during working hours.
• International travel may be required

Parkside Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Parkside Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.