Data Protection Associate
Stephenson HarwoodLondon, England, United Kingdom
Posted January 27, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Stephenson Harwood is an international law firm committed to creating 'positive partnerships' with clients, representing listed and private companies, institutions, and individuals.
Job Description
We are looking for a qualified lawyer with relevant data protection experience to join our Commercial, Data, and Technology team. The role involves advising on data protection law compliance, digital regulation, and commercial transactions, as well as supporting clients with technology licensing and outsourcing. The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of UK and EU GDPR, AI regulation, and commercial law, with excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Requirements
- Qualified lawyer with relevant data protection experience
- Detailed knowledge of UK and EU GDPR/UK Data Protection Act 2018
- Good understanding of UK and EU digital regulation
- Ability to draft technology agreements
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Resilient with ability to handle pressure and competing deadlines
- Cooperative and collaborative in approach
- Exhibits an understanding of the firm's position in the market
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Life assurance
- Private health and dental care
- Flexible benefits
- Tech, cycle and electric car schemes
- One day per year off to volunteer with any charity
- Wellbeing strategy with preventative measures and tools
