Harper James
Data Protection Consultant
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Data Protection Consultant
Data Protection Solicitor (Consultant) – 8 years plus PQE
We are looking for an experienced Data Protection Solicitor with a minimum of 8 years' PQE to join Harper James on a consultancy basis. This is an exciting opportunity to support Harper James’ clients and work with a growing and diverse client base, ranging from innovative start-ups to established national and international businesses.
As a consultant within our flexible model, you will manage your own caseload while benefiting from the support, infrastructure and collaborative culture of a forward-thinking national firm.
What you’ll be doing
You will take the lead on a broad range of data protection and privacy matters, providing practical, commercially focused advice to businesses on compliance, governance, and risk management. Working closely with founders, senior leadership teams, in-house counsel, and operational stakeholders, you will deliver clear, pragmatic guidance that enables business growth while ensuring regulatory obligations are met.
Your work may include advising on:
- UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) compliance and data protection governance
- Data protection audits, policies, and internal compliance frameworks
- Drafting and negotiating data processing agreements and data sharing arrangements
- Privacy notices, cookie policies, and direct marketing compliance
- International data transfers and transfer risk assessments
- Handling data subject rights requests and breach response management
- Advising on data protection aspects of commercial contracts and technology arrangements
- Supporting data protection due diligence in corporate transactions
- Providing guidance on AI, emerging technologies, and privacy risks
- Offering strategic support to businesses acting as controllers and processors
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What we’re looking for
- Minimum 8 years’ PQE with strong experience in data protection and privacy law
- Demonstrable expertise in advising on UK GDPR compliance and wider data protection matters
- Experience working with founder-led businesses, start-ups, and scale-ups (preferred)
- Ability to manage matters independently and deliver commercially focused, pragmatic advice
- Excellent drafting skills and meticulous attention to detail
- Strong client relationship and stakeholder management skills
- Confidence working with founders, leadership teams, and in-house legal functions
The Harper James difference
We are a tech-driven, agile law firm where lawyers leverage modern legal technology to maximise efficiency, productivity, and work-life balance. As a consultant, you’ll benefit from:
- Flexibility, autonomy, and the ability to work remotely while remaining part of a supportive national team
- A collaborative culture
- No politics or big egos—success is shared across the team
- Support for proactive, self-motivated solicitors who excel in a modern legal environment
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At Harper James, we prioritise exceptional client service. You may thrive here if you:
- Are a quick learner, embracing new systems and technologies
- Interested in leveraging AI tools to enhance efficiency and productivity
- Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Comfortable navigating SharePoint for work management and collaboration
- Have a keen eye for detail during drafting to ensure consistency and professionalism
The bottom line
This opportunity allows you to play a key role in Harper James’ growth, working alongside a high-performing team. Our consultant model offers:
- Competitive consultancy rate
- Flexible working in a fully remote yet collaborative team
- No politics
- No unnecessary bureaucracy
Here, your success directly impact ours. Join us if you’re passionate about delivering outstanding legal service in a modern, forward-thinking environment.
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