Data Protection Lawyer

Desired work region:Greater London
Sector:Data Protection
Ref:23682
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Ruth Witter
Ruth Witter
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+44 7956 921029
+44 207 117 2542
ruthwitter@ajfoxcompliance.com

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This candidate is a qualified lawyer with significant international experience advising on legal risk and compliance matters, with a core focus on privacy and data protection. Having worked across the UK, EU, and APAC markets, this individual brings a sophisticated understanding of global data regulation, particularly in financial services, insurance, and technology-driven environments. The candidate combines deep technical expertise with hands-on delivery of compliance solutions for complex, multi-jurisdictional organisations.


In their current role at a global professional services firm, this individual advises a broad client base on the design and implementation of privacy compliance frameworks. The work has included managing large-scale remediation programmes in response to regulatory failings, developing governance strategies, and negotiating data protection provisions in commercial agreements. The candidate also leads legal horizon scanning processes and knowledge-sharing initiatives within the team.

Key Competencies:
  • In-depth knowledge of UK and EU GDPR, Australian privacy law, and cross-border regulatory requirements
  • Delivery of privacy remediation programmes in regulated sectors
  • Advisory on privacy governance models and operational compliance
  • Contract negotiation and data sharing arrangements
  • Regulatory engagement, including breach notification and reporting
  • Legal project management across multiple business units
  • Internal legal process development and knowledge management
  • Experience presenting legal updates to clients and managing junior lawyers
Legal Experience:

Data Protection Lawyer | Global Professional Services Firm | 2 years
Financial Services Lawyer | Global Professional Services Firm | 3 years
Analyst | Financial Regulator | 1 year

Education & Qualifications:

LLB (Hons)/BA | University
CIPP/E Accreditation | IAPP
Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice | The College of Law
Diploma of Communication | The Australian Speech and Communication Association

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