Legal Counsel AI & GDPR

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JobgetherData protection, AI governance

Based in United KingdomFull-TimeJunior

SalaryAt least 40,000 EUR per year

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Hold a law degree or equivalent legal qualification.
Have at least 1–2 years of hands-on data protection experience gained in-house, in a law firm, or in a consultancy.
Have practical knowledge of GDPR requirements and their application in a business environment.
Demonstrate strong legal research and analytical skills, including the ability to interpret new guidance and case law and turn findings into actionable advice.
Be business-fluent in English.
Bring an interest in AI regulation and the evolving legal landscape surrounding artificial intelligence.
Have an interest in commercial contracts and employment law matters beyond privacy.
Work independently with a structured, pragmatic, and self-organized approach.
A recognized privacy certification, such as CIPP/E, is an advantage.
Knowledge or professional experience in employment law is an advantage.
Legal education or professional experience in a major Asian jurisdiction, such as China, Japan, South Korea, or Singapore, is an advantage.
Cross-border professional or academic experience, including having studied or worked in multiple countries, is an advantage.
Experience drafting and negotiating contracts in English is an advantage.
Exposure to HR technology, SaaS, global employment solutions, Employer of Record (EOR) services, or non-EU privacy frameworks is an advantage.

Manage day-to-day GDPR operations, including drafting and negotiating Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) and Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) with international vendors and clients.
Conduct vendor privacy assessments and maintain records of processing activities and privacy notices across multiple jurisdictions.
Support the development and implementation of the AI governance framework and readiness for the EU AI Act.
Monitor relevant AI regulatory developments.
Handle data subject access requests and other privacy-related inquiries.
Advise on commercial contracts and contribute to legal matters beyond data protection.
Support international business expansion, including establishing new legal entities worldwide.
Address employment law matters across countries and advise internal departments on local legal requirements.
Collaborate with legal colleagues and specialized teams to identify risks, develop practical solutions, and maintain compliance.

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