Data Protection Solicitor (Consultant) – 8 years plus PQE

Data Protection Solicitor (Consultant) – 8 years plus PQEWe are looking for an experienced Data Protection Solicitor with a minimum of 8 years PQE to join Harper James on a consultancy basis. This is an exciting opportunity to support Harper James clients and work with a growing and diverse client base ranging from innovative start‑ups to established national and international businesses.You will advise on a wide range of data protection and privacy matters within a modern, tech‑enabled law firm. As a consultant within our flexible model, you will manage your own caseload while benefiting from the support, infrastructure and collaborative culture of a forward‑thinking national firm.What you’ll be doingYou will take the lead on a broad range of data protection and privacy matters, supporting businesses with practical, commercially focused advice on compliance, governance and risk management. You will work closely with founders, senior leadership teams, in‑house counsel and operational stakeholders, providing clear, pragmatic guidance that supports business growth while helping organisations meet their regulatory obligations.Your work is likely to include advising on matters such as:UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) compliance and data protection governanceData protection audits, policies and internal compliance frameworksDrafting and negotiating data processing agreements and data sharing arrangementsPrivacy notices, cookie policies and direct marketing complianceInternational data transfers and transfer risk assessmentsData subject rights requests and breach response managementAdvising on data protection aspects of commercial contracts and technology arrangementsSupporting clients with data protection due diligence in corporate transactionsAdvising on artificial intelligence (AI), emerging technologies and privacy risksProviding strategic support to businesses acting as controllers and processorsWhat we’re looking forMinimum 8 years’ PQE with strong experience in data protection and privacy lawDemonstrable experience advising on UK GDPR compliance and wider data protection mattersExperience advising founder‑led businesses, start‑ups and scale‑ups would be advantageousAbility to manage matters independently and deliver pragmatic, commercially focused adviceStrong drafting skills and attention to detailExcellent client relationship and stakeholder management skillsConfidence working with founders, leadership teams and in‑house legal functionsThe Harper James differenceWe are a tech‑driven, agile law firm where lawyers are empowered with modern legal technology to maximise efficiency, productivity and work‑life balance. Our consultant model offers experienced solicitors flexibility, autonomy and the ability to work remotely, while remaining part of a supportive national team.At Harper James, we keep things straightforward. We are relaxed and informal but well organised. There are no politics and no big egos, if people around us succeed, so do we. We welcome proactive, self‑motivated solicitors who thrive in a modern legal environment and are passionate about delivering exceptional client service.You’ll excel as part of the HJ team if youAre a quick learner, ready to adapt to new systems and technologiesAre interested in using AI tools to improve efficiency and productivityHave a solid working knowledge of Microsoft 365 products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)Can confidently navigate SharePoint to manage and collaborate on workHave a keen eye for detail when drafting documents, ensuring consistency and professionalismThe bottom lineThis is an opportunity to play an important part in the continued growth of the business, working alongside a great team of people who all contribute to our shared success.No politicsNo unnecessary bureaucracyFlexible working within a fully remote but collaborative teamWe are offering a competitive consultancy rate with flexibility and autonomy as part of the Harper James consultant model.Originally posted on Himalayas