Allen & Overy is a leading global law firm operating in over thirty countries. We work on some of the most challenging and important deals and have built a reputation for delivering exceptional legal solutions that help our clients grow, innovate and thrive. The legal industry is changing, and we’re committed to leading that change, putting our people first, embracing new ways of thinking and integrating technology into our everyday work. Our culture is one of high-performance and we have high expectations of one another, in everything we do. Being a proud team player is essential. We work together, listen and learn from one another and achieve results we could never achieve on our own. When you join our team, you’ll become part of a flexible, inclusive environment underpinned by openness and consistent support for one another. At A&O, you’re not only valued for what you do, but for who you are. We have a powerful commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and we’re working hard to create an environment where you can bring your authentic self to work. We know that to excel, we must nurture an environment where our people feel they belong. . Department purpose The mission of the Data Privacy Team is to foster a strong culture of data protection compliance throughout A&O while providing pragmatic and business-focussed advice in a highly regulated area. The Data Privacy Team advises on data privacy and information security issues affecting A&O, including: The creation and maintenance of a global programme of measures and documentation designed to ensure on-going compliance with privacy laws globally The legal aspects of information security and data management to meet legal and regulatory requirements Incident response and remediation Dealing with individual rights requests Data export restrictions and data localisation requirements with a view to preserving international data flows Working closely with fee earners, IT and others on technology and data innovations to ensure privacy and information security by design Devising and delivering the firm’s privacy training programmes Advising on, and ensuring compliance with, applicable regulatory reporting requirements. Role Purpose Allen & Overy is seeking a lawyer with 1-4 years PQE and experience of data protection to form part of the firm’s global Data Privacy Team and support all aspects of the work of the firm’s Chief Privacy Officer. It is a broad, fast paced and challenging privacy role. The successful candidate will carry out tasks which draw on a wide skillset. The key aspects of the role are: Assisting in the support and maintenance of the existing global programme of measures designed to comply with privacy laws globally Helping to manage, support and deliver a global programme of work designed to comply with recent changes to European data protection law Working closely with a range of stakeholders on technology and data innovations to help ensure good data handling practices and privacy by design Maintaining and operate the firm’s specialist privacy software/dashboard Helping gather and analyse data to support the work of the Data Privacy Team Conducting data privacy impact assessments, including in relation to software, systems and processes Establishing and maintain good relations with key stakeholders globally to help support and roll out changes to the privacy compliance programme Advising and guide colleagues across the firm on privacy and data protection issues and policies Developing and deliver training and communication plans in order to bring about/embed change Creating content for and deliver presentations and reports Helping to create and maintain policies, guidance and pro-forma documentation in connection with data protection compliance within the firm Who we are looking for The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience: Qualified lawyer with demonstrable experience advising on data privacy and data handling issues, including in the context of commercial contracts An enthusiasm for technology and the ability to understand, explain and advise on technical processes using business-friendly language Excellent IT skills (Microsoft Office suite of applications and other software, such as eDiscovery or other specialist software) Experience of dealing with and advising a wide range of business stakeholders in determining requirements and priorities, as well as resolving issues A proven ability to work independently and proactively and to manage and prioritise a busy workload Self-motivation and the ability to manage new and varied challenges Excellent attention to detail; and A collaborative approach and the ability to work w ell in a small team and on cross-departmental projects Desirable Experience in providing directive and pragmatic advice on data privacy, information security and data handling issues A relevant data privacy qualification such as CIPP/ E and/or CIPM Experience of working in an international corporate or professional services environment Experience of working in a risk function or equivalent