Data Protection & Privacy LD/ Partner

Data Protection & Privacy LD/ Partner | Leeds | 8PQE +

Data Protection & Privacy is in high demand and a prioritised area of growth across a number of L500/ Top 50 UK firms.

If you are considering a move or want to see what the market has to offer, now is a very good time to do so.

This standout opportunity is with a leading Top 50 UK firm, who are seeking an experienced individual.

The Firm

This is a high profile Global practice; with the environment of a leading National – offering an escape from the traditional stoic culture found elsewhere in City/ Global firms, without sacrificing quality – ultimately providing a much sought after balance.

Their leadership has stemmed from a mix of organic growth, those who have trained and remained; and Partner acquisition from competitors.

Providing access to big name brands and exciting start-ups on a National & Global scale, they have an excellent reputation for developing careers, through an award winning L&D Scheme, and engaging Partners.

The firm have strong retention rates by always looking for ways to offer more, be that autonomy, progression, remuneration and overall recognition.

You will find them consistently ranked Tier 1, L500.

The Role

Through further planned growth, this leading Top 50 UK firm are seeking an experienced Data Protection & Privacy Legal Director or Partner to join the team.

This specialist offering works in synergy with the wider Groups, providing assistance to GCs & Founders across a range of established UK & Global business & startups. Whilst sector agnostic, they have particular strength in Tech, Real Esatate, Health & More.

This is very much a Data Protection, Privacy & Cyber focused Team – however, due to the level of seniority, it provides plenty of supported autonomy, and a clear route for you to determine the shape of the role; based on your experience and interests..

The Team provides a full service across:

• Data Protection Regulations
• UK/EU GDPR
• Marketing & Advertising
• Confidentiality
• Freedom of Information
• Cyber Incidents & Response
• Privacy Claims

You will be:

• An experienced Data Protection & Privacy LD/ Partner with 8 PQE +
• (Should you be less experience, please get in touch for SA/MA roles within this team)
• Confident in a client facing role
• Keen to assist with further development of this L500 Ranked Group

On Offer:

• Competitive Salary
• + Bonus
• Hybrid/ Flex Working
• Interesting work as part of a personable team
• They can facilitate a lateral move, or a step up to the next level within the firm

This firm have successfully attracted and onboarded individuals from:

• Smaller City/ Regional firms, seeking the next step in their careers with a more prominent outfit
• Larger City/ Global firms, wanting a better work/life balance without sacrificing quality of work
• Relocators from within the UK

(If you don’t have an updated CV, but want to find out more on the Firm/ Position/ Growth Strategy/ Full Package, or other roles available, please feel free to call Henry Hoey for a confidential conversation)