Professional Support Lawyer - Data Protection
We are seeking a Professional Support Lawyer specialising in Data Protection to join a thriving legal department within the professional services industry. This role focuses on providing critical legal insights and guidance to support compliance and best practices in data protection.
Client Details
This opportunity is with a leader in Data Protection & Information Law, and IT & Outsourcing. This firm is well-regarded for its emphasis on legal excellence and its commitment to supporting clients with tailored and practical solutions.
Description
The PSL will play a key role in supporting the team's legal knowledge and client engagement strategy. Responsibilities include:
- Monitoring and analysing legal developments in UK and EU data protection law, as well as broader digital regulation (e.g. DMA, DSA, Data Act, AIA, NIS2)
- Maintaining and updating precedents and know-how resources
- Organising training sessions and maintaining internal knowledge banks
- Supporting client-facing initiatives including seminars, publications, and bulletins
- Collaborating with fee-earners, marketing, and BD teams on legal content and client updates
- Exploring and supporting tech-driven solutions to improve team efficiency
- Responding to internal queries and providing legal insight on current law and practice
- Onboarding and training new trainees and associates on know-how tools and resources
- Coordinating with PSLs across the firm globally to ensure alignment and best practice sharing
Profile
The ideal candidate will have:
- Strong technical expertise in UK and EU data protection law
- Experience or interest in adjacent areas of digital regulation (DMA, DSA, etc.)
- Excellent legal drafting and communication skills
- A client-focused mindset and ability to translate complex legal issues into practical guidance
- Confidence using Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Prior PSL experience is helpful but not essential; familiarity with knowledge functions in large firms is beneficial
Job Offer
- Competitive salary in the range of £110,000 to £150,000.
- Permanent position within a respected organisation in the professional services industry.
- Opportunities to work on high-impact legal matters in data protection.
- Supportive and collaborative company culture.
- Professional development opportunities and access to legal resources.
If you are a dedicated Professional Support Lawyer with a passion for data protection, this role offers an excellent opportunity to advance your career. Apply now to make a meaningful impact in this challenging and rewarding position.