Senior Data Protection and Technology Solicitor - 5+ PQE
- Recruiter
- Chadwick Nott (Manchester)
- Location
- England, Greater Manchester, Manchester
- Salary
- Negotiable
- Posted
- 22 May 2023
- Closes
- 19 Jun 2023
- Ref
- TCJ921949841
- Contact
- Tamara Chorokhova
- Job Title
- Lawyer
- Practice Area
- Data Protection, Information Technology
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
This outstanding law firm is seeking a talented and innovative data protection and technology Solicitor/Associate to join their rapidly growing team. In this role, you will provide legal advice and support to clients on a wide range of data protection and technology matters, including GDPR compliance, cyber security, software licensing, and data breaches.
Responsibilities:
Provide legal advice and guidance to private and government sector clients on complex data protection and technology matters, including GDPR compliance, cyber security, software licensing, and data breaches, including risk analysis
Draft and review legal documents, including contracts, data protection policies, and privacy notices
Participate in negotiations, and advise clients on contract terms and conditions
Provide advice and support to clients in the event of a data breach
Collaborate with IT and cyber security teams to ensure compliance with data protection regulations
Advise clients on emerging technology trends and their legal implications
Supervise and lead junior associates where applicable
About You:
Qualified solicitor with a minimum of 5 years' experience
Strong academic record
Excellent knowledge of data protection and contract law and relevant regulations
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously
Able and willing to undertake the development of junior associates
*Where a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and represents the amount of time we would usually expect a candidate to accumulate the requisite level of experience. This does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.
Chadwick Nott Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.