Data Protection Specialist

Desired work region:Greater London
Sector:Data Protection
Ref:25384
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Isaac Rainbird
Isaac Rainbird
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About Profile

This candidate brings over five years of legal sector experience in data privacy, with a proven ability to navigate and operationalise complex regulatory frameworks across international jurisdictions. With a strong foundation in information governance and records management, this individual has progressed into increasingly senior roles focused on legal risk and compliance.

Currently positioned within a global law firm, the candidate plays a central role in driving the firm’s international data protection compliance efforts. This includes the development and implementation of robust privacy systems aligned with ISO 27701, coordination of multi-jurisdictional privacy projects, and direct engagement with regulators. The individual provides clear, commercially focused advice to both legal and non-legal teams, ensuring compliance activities support business objectives without disruption.

Key competencies:
  • Design and implementation of Privacy Information Management Systems, including ISO 27701 frameworks
  • In-depth knowledge of GDPR and global data privacy regimes (e.g. CCPA/CPRA, PDPO, PDPA)
  • Drafting and updating privacy notices, data sharing agreements, and data processing contracts
  • Managing data subject rights procedures and advising on breach reporting
  • Regulatory liaison and support to DPOs on high-risk processing matters
  • Leading global privacy projects across US, EU, and APAC regions
  • Development and delivery of staff training on GDPR and data protection best practices
  • Legal support in procurement, marketing, and AI implementation risk assessments
  • GDPR compliance audits, gap analysis, and policy development
  • Internal stakeholder engagement and compliance strategy advising during M&A activities
Legal Experience:

Data Protection Specialist | Global Law Firm | 1.5 years
GDPR Consultant | Cybersecurity Consultancy | 1.5 years
Information Governance and Records Manager | Public Sector Regulatory Authority | 2.5 years
Information Governance Assistant | Top 10 UK Accounting Firm | 5 months
Archivist | Top 50 UK Law Firm | 3 months

Education & Qualifications:

Law Foundations Course | University
CIPP/E | The International Association of Privacy Professionals
MA Archives and Records Management | University
BA Fashion Design | University

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