Data Protection Solicitor

Company: Executive Network Legal Limited
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Location: Oxfordshire
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Job Description

Data Protection Solicitor / 2-6 PQE / Oxfordshire / £70,000 – £90,000 DOE – An outstanding opportunity for a Data Protection Solicitor to join a highly regarded specialist team advising on complex and sensitive information governance, GDPR and contentious data protection matters.

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nJOB TITLE: Data Protection SolicitornPQE: 2-6 PQEnLOCATION: OxfordshirenSALARY: £70,000 – £90,000 DOEnnTHE ROLE:nAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Data Protection Solicitor to join a nationally recognised team advising clients on a broad range of contentious and advisory data protection matters.nnYou will work closely with clients on complex and often sensitive issues relating to GDPR compliance, Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs), Freedom of Information requests, data breaches, regulatory investigations and information governance matters. The role will also involve advising on third-party data requests, supporting responses to ICO investigations, assisting with tribunal proceedings and advising organisations on the handling of personal data within internal processes and investigations.nnThis is a varied role offering exposure to high-profile and technically challenging work within a supportive and collaborative environment.nnTHE CANDIDATE:nApplications are welcomed from Solicitors with between 2 and 6 years' PQE who have gained experience advising on data protection, privacy and information governance matters.nnYou will have strong working knowledge of GDPR and the Data Protection Act, together with practical experience handling DSARs, data breaches and wider compliance issues. Experience of advising on contentious data protection matters, ICO investigations, FOIA requests or regulatory enquiries would be advantageous.nnThe successful candidate will possess excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to provide pragmatic, commercial advice to clients facing challenging situations.nnTHE FIRM:nThis is an excellent opportunity to join a market-leading team working at the forefront of an increasingly important and evolving area of law. You will benefit from exposure to high-quality work, genuine career progression opportunities and a supportive culture that encourages professional development.nnThe firm offers flexible hybrid working, an excellent benefits package and the opportunity to work alongside recognised specialists in the field.nnPACKAGE:n£70,000 – £90,000 DOE, bonus, comprehensive benefits package, hybrid working and excellent long-term career prospects.

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nneNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications within 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.nnAt eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.

Posted: June 17th, 2026