Legal Adviser (Governance and Student Contract) – Studentjob.co.uk

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Location: City of Edinburgh
Job Description:

Governance and Quality Enhancement

Grade 8: £44,746 – £56,535 (with progression possible to £63,606)

Hours: 35.75 hours per week (1FTE)

Contract type: Open Ended

Ref: CVHD00053A

This post supports key areas of corporate governance, ensuring the University remains compliant with current and emerging legislation. The successful candidate will be the University’s designated Data Protection Officer, providing effective counsel regarding internal regulations, policies and procedures, including Complaints, Student Discipline and Fitness to Practice. They will also provide secretariat services to senior committees as directed by the University Secretary.

Responsibilities

  • Provide counsel on data protection laws and practices, including GDPR.
  • Ensure compliance with legislation in internal policies and procedures.
  • Act as Data Protection Officer for the University.
  • Provide secretariat services to senior committees.

Qualifications

  • A law degree and a minimum of three years Post Qualifying Experience.
  • Expertise and understanding of data protection laws and practices, including GDPR.
  • Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Demonstrable ability to make judgments independently and to provide effective advice and recommendations.
  • Knowledge and experience of Higher Education policy, dispute resolution, and delivering training activities is desirable.

This role meets the minimum requirements set by UKVI to enable sponsorship of migrant workers.

Queen Margaret University is committed to equality of opportunity for all and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are a Disability Confident Employer.

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Posted: July 13th, 2026