We are seeking experienced EU-qualified lawyers to support a global technology platform on a specialist regulatory compliance project focused on cross-border law enforcement requests for electronic data.
This is an opportunity to work on a cutting-edge area of digital regulation, advising on the implementation and operational management of the EU's E-Evidence framework. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional legal, privacy, and compliance teams, providing practical legal advice in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise on matters relating to the EU E-Evidence Regulation and associated cross-border law enforcement requests.
- Review and assess requests from law enforcement and judicial authorities for electronic data.
- Provide legal guidance on obligations relating to disclosure, preservation, and handling of electronic evidence.
- Ensure compliance with applicable EU privacy and data protection laws, including GDPR.
- Support internal stakeholders on regulatory risk and legal compliance issues.
- Work within internal legal platforms and processes to manage requests within strict statutory deadlines.
- Collaborate with legal, privacy, trust & safety, and compliance teams across multiple jurisdictions.
Requirements
- Qualified lawyer licensed to practise in an EU jurisdiction.
- Approximately 6+ years' post-qualification experience.
- Significant experience in one or more of the following:
- Privacy and data protection law
- Law enforcement response
- Regulatory investigations
- Digital regulation or technology regulation
- Strong working knowledge of GDPR and wider EU privacy legislation.
- Experience advising technology, digital platform, telecommunications, or online services businesses is highly desirable.
- Ability to assess complex legal issues quickly and provide pragmatic, commercial advice.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Comfortable working under tight statutory deadlines and managing time-sensitive matters.
Working Pattern
- Availability to work Asia-Pacific business hours is essential (2 am - 10 am UK time).
- The role may require occasional weekend and public holiday coverage to support urgent law enforcement requests.
- The engagement is expected to be full-time, with an immediate start.
Desirable Experience
- Experience handling government or law enforcement requests for user data.
- Knowledge of cross-border electronic evidence frameworks.
- Background in regulatory compliance within the technology or digital services sector.
- Experience working in-house or advising multinational technology companies.
Data Privacy / Regulatory Lawyer in Warrington employer: Elevate
Join a leading global technology company that values innovation and collaboration, offering a dynamic work culture where your expertise in employment law will be pivotal. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will have access to growth opportunities and the chance to work on diverse legal challenges across EMEA and beyond. Enjoy the unique advantage of being part of a forward-thinking team that prioritises work-life balance and fosters a supportive environment for all employees.
