Posted 24 days ago
Solicitor - Data Law
BirminghamHybrid
AI Summary
What we can offer: Join a rapidly growing and strategically important Data Protection team at the forefront of complex, high-volume DSAR and disclosure work, with genuine opportunity to shape how the service evolves over the next 12–18 months.
About this role
What we can offer:
- Join a rapidly growing and strategically important Data Protection team at the forefront of complex, high-volume DSAR and disclosure work, with genuine opportunity to shape how the service evolves over the next 12–18 months.
- Work on market-leading, technology-enabled matters that combine legal advisory, eDiscovery and operational delivery- ideal for lawyers who enjoy both technical data protection analysis and innovative ways of working.
- Be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking environment with clear progression opportunities, hands-on client exposure and the chance to help build scalable solutions in one of the fastest-growing areas of legal services.
We’re looking for a talented Solicitor to join our growing Data Protection team, supporting clients with complex, high-volume Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs) and related document review matters.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking team at a key stage of growth, helping shape a scalable, technology-enabled DSAR offering that combines legal expertise, process excellence and innovative delivery solutions.
Working closely with clients, colleagues and third-party providers, you’ll manage DSARs at scale, advise on complex disclosure issues and support large-scale document review exercises involving sensitive personal data. Alongside hands-on legal work, you’ll also contribute to process improvement initiatives, playbooks and the continued evolution of our DSAR capability.
Key Responsibilities
You’ll advise on and manage a broad range of DSAR and document review matters, including:
- Managing large-scale and complex DSARs, including repeat and coordinated requests
- Conducting and overseeing document reviews across structured and unstructured data sources, including emails, messaging platforms, HR systems and shared drives
- Advising on disclosure obligations, exemptions and redaction approaches
- Applying UK GDPR and Data Protection Act principles in a practical and commercially focused way
- Supporting clients with scope assessments, search methodologies and proportionality considerations
- Working with eDiscovery and legal technology platforms to support efficient review processes
- Drafting DSAR responses and supporting decision-making around partial or withheld disclosures
- Advising on statutory deadlines, extensions and ICO-related matters
- Supporting process improvement initiatives, templates, playbooks and training materials
- Collaborating with colleagues across legal, operations and technology teams to deliver scalable
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
We’re interested in hearing from solicitors who are technically strong, commercially minded and enjoy working in a collaborative, evolving environment.
You’ll likely have:
- At least 2–3 years’ PQE with experience in data protection and privacy law
- Strong working knowledge of UK GDPR and ICO guidance
- Experience managing DSARs, disclosure exercises or document review projects
- Familiarity with eDiscovery or legal review platforms
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
- The ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with an interest in process improvement and legal technology
Experience in disputes, investigations, employment or regulatory work would also be beneficial.
