Associate - Data Protection

We are one of Ireland’s largest full-service law firms, with an established reputation for delivering legal excellence to our large and expanding client base. As part of the continuing development of our Data Protection Corporate team we currently have a vacancy for an Associate with minimum 3 years’ PQE. The firm offers good training, excellent experience, a strong brand and planned career progression at all levels.
The successful applicant will advise on the following:
Privacy, data protection, GDPR and commercial contracts
Data sharing and data processing agreements
Data protection policies and procedures
Data protection in commercial contracts and transactions
Online terms and conditions, e-privacy and direct marketing
Gap analysis/risk assessment/data protection impact assessments
Monitoring and responding to developments in data protection and information security
Providing support to other business units as required on data protection issues
Providing ongoing training and support to clients
Investigating data breaches and carrying out remedial work in the aftermath of data breaches
Key skills:
A minimum of 3 years’ experience with a background in data protection/GDPR experience, regulation, corporate and commercial contracts
Excellent technical and drafting skills
Strong legal research and analytical skills
Strong commercial awareness/business acumen
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work as part of a team
High level of motivation with the ability to work on own initiative

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
No