Solicitor (2-3 PQE) - Data LawDepartment: Managed Legal Services - Managed Legal Services - Shared Legal Resource - Shared Legal Resource - 3806
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Birmingham
Reporting To: Natalie Spink
DescriptionWhat 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 ResponsibilitiesYou'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 solutions
Skills, Knowledge & ExpertiseWe're interested in hearing from solicitors who are technically strong, commercially minded and enjoy working in a collaborative, evolving environment.
You'll likely have:
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.
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