Data Privacy Manager

The Privacy Manager at Fieldfisher will lead the firm's efforts to ensure the highest standards of data privacy and protection. This role is responsible for the firm's compliance with global privacy laws, including GDPR, and other regional regulations.

The Privacy Manager will oversee the design, implementation, and monitoring of privacy practices across the firm, ensuring that client and employee data is handled with the utmost care and in full compliance with legal obligations. This role involves collaboration with various teams, including legal, IT, and HR, to maintain and improve the firm's data privacy framework.

Responsibilities

• Privacy Program Management:

+ Develop and manage the firm's privacy governance program, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with GDPR, and other applicable privacy laws.
+ Reporting issues to the Firm's Data Protection Officer (DPO), providing management information and liaising with them on incidents, DPIAs etc., as required.
+ Regularly review and update privacy policies, ensuring they remain current with evolving legal and regulatory requirements.
+ Oversee privacy audits and assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of data privacy measures and identify areas for improvement.
+ Mapping data flows and ensuring the Firm's records of personal data processing are kept up-to-date.

• Compliance and Monitoring:

+ Implement robust privacy controls and systems to ensure the firm's compliance with global data privacy laws.
+ Conduct data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) for new initiatives, ensuring privacy considerations are integrated from the outset.
+ Monitor privacy-related developments in legislation, regulations, and best practices, and adjust the firm's privacy program accordingly.

• Incident Management:

+ Advise on the response to incidents, including personal data breaches, ensuring prompt action and compliance with reporting requirements.
+ Develop and maintain incident response plans, coordinating with legal and IT teams for swift investigation and remediation of data breaches.

• Training and Awareness:

+ Develop and deliver training programs for staff on privacy policies, data handling, and best practices.
+ Raise awareness across the firm regarding the importance of privacy and data protection, ensuring a strong culture of compliance


• Data Subject Requests:

+ Oversee the handling of data subject requests, including rights of access, rectification, erasure, and data portability.
+ Ensure all requests are managed efficiently, within legal timeframes, and in full compliance with applicable laws.

• Vendor and Third-Party Management:

+ Collaborate with procurement and legal teams to review and assess third-party vendor agreements for data protection and privacy compliance.
+ Conduct due diligence on third-party vendors to ensure they adhere to the firm's privacy standards.

• Advisory Role:

+ Provide guidance to various departments on privacy-related issues, ensuring all business practices and client interactions align with legal requirements.
+ Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external privacy-related inquiries and concerns.

• Regulatory Liaison:

+ Prepare and submit any necessary documentation or reports required by supervisory authorities or the Firm's DPO.


• Bachelor's degree in Law, Compliance, Information Security, or a related field.

+ Certifications in privacy (e.g., CIPP, CIPM, CIPT) or related professional qualifications are preferred.


• Experience:

+ At least 5 years of experience in privacy management, compliance, or a related field, preferably within a law firm or corporate setting.
+ Demonstrated experience in implementing privacy programs and ensuring compliance with GDPR, CCPA, or other privacy regulations.
+ Familiarity with Information Security / Privacy frameworks such as ISO27001, ISO27701 or NIST.
+ Experience of using OneTrust or other privacy management tools.
+ Strong understanding of global privacy laws and regulations, with the ability to apply them in a commercial context.

• Skills:

+ In-depth knowledge of data privacy principles and frameworks (e.g., GDPR, CCPA etc.).
+ Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple privacy initiatives simultaneously.
+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex privacy concepts to non-legal staff.
+ Analytical mindset with the ability to identify risks and propose solutions to mitigate them.

High attention to detail and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Inclusiveness and Diversity

At Fieldfisher, led by the social model of disability, we are working towards removing accessibility barriers and maximising disability and neurodiversity inclusion in our recruitment processes.

Should you have any accessibility requirements, please contact a member of Fieldfisher's Recruitment Team who will work with you to implement suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are treated in the strictest of confidence and we would appreciate your feedback to ensure we can provide an accessible and enjoyable recruitment process.

For accessibility information on our Manchester offices, please visit our website: https://www.fieldfisher.com/en/locations/united-kingdom/contact-us/offices/accessing-fieldfisher-manchester

What can we offer you?

Our people are at the core of what we do. Fieldfisher's benefits package is designed to enable all colleagues to thrive in an inclusive and supportive environment. These benefits range from private health insurance, life assurance & income protection, flexi-gym discounts, season ticket loans, bike-to-work loans and much more.

Fieldfisher Manchester is based in one of the city's most vibrant destinations. We are based in the ultra-modern No.1 Spinningfields, a thriving hub for work, rest and recreation surrounded by restaurants and cafés. We are based on the 17th floor, so if you're inspired by fantastic skyline views and a bright, contemporary workspace then we will not disappoint. Offering excellent commuter links with easy access to railway, Metrolink and bus services, open plan workspaces that encourages a sense of camaraderie, hybrid working and hot-desking, bike storage, shower facilities and much more.

We have diverse teams made up of our Partners, Lawyers and Business Services Professionals, collaborating to provide outstanding service to our clients, working across our many different sectors and practice areas.

We understand the importance of collaboration outside of work with lots of different clubs and networks for our people to get involved in, including quiz nights, book club, choir, firm-funded yoga, fitness challenges, football teams, and inclusive events with our nominated charity partners. If you would like to know more, chat with our recruitment team or visit our social media channels to see for yourself!, Fieldfisher is Times Top 20 Law Firm, a highly commended firm in the European Financial Times Innovative Lawyers rankings and is repeatedly nominated for awards in areas including dispute resolution, M&A and IP. Many of our lawyers are recognised by legal directories as leading professionals in their areas of specialism and we are top two-ranked in a number of our key practice areas.

Our network spans over 1,800 people across 26 international offices in 12 countries.

We operate across our offices in Amsterdam, Barcelona, Beijing, Belfast (2), Berlin, Birmingham, Bologna, Brussels, Dublin, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Guangzhou, Hamburg, London, Luxembourg, Madrid, Manchester, Milan, Munich, Paris, Rome, Shanghai, Turin, Venice, Vienna and Silicon Valley.

Fieldfisher aims to ensure equality of opportunity and we are actively working towards improving the diversity of our staff. All applications will only be considered on merit and the applicant's suitability to meet the requirements of the role., "I consider Fieldfisher to be a progressive firm with an understanding of social values. I'm pleased that staff is able to have input in the firm's direction and purpose as well as help to shape wider society. I'm encouraged to perform by being able to develop in a natural way, whilst being supported at every step.

Fieldfisher has managed to nurture a really positive and friendly culture. If they have drive and ambition, I would encourage anybody looking for a role here to grab the opportunity."

"Since joining Fieldfisher in 2016, I have progressed from an entry-level secretarial role to an experienced executive assistant. This was made possible by a supportive and inclusive working environment that allows staff to progress at a pace that is best suited to them which in turn makes for well-rounded, home-grown talent.

The firm strikes a great balance between providing the foundations for success and autonomy of your own growth and development. An insight I would give to potential applicants is that Fieldfisher offers the opportunity for a career and a sense of belonging to a community and not just a job."

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