Senior Legal Counsel - Privacy in Leeds

The LeoVegas Mobile Gaming Group is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Legal Counsel focused on privacy, to join our dynamic and growing Privacy team. This is a pivotal role within the organisation, instrumental in safeguarding the personal data of our customers and employees, and ensuring robust data protection practices across our diverse brands, entities, and markets.

You will play a leading role in the strategic development and operational implementation of our privacy program, with the opportunity of exploring more general legal and regulatory affairs focused matters, as necessary.

YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:

• Ensuring compliance with all privacy related laws and regulations for assigned entities, brands, and markets within the LeoVegas Mobile Gaming Group.
• Serving as Data Protection Officer (DPO) for designated Group entities, fulfilling all statutory duties and responsibilities associated with the role.
• Collaborating closely with other DPOs and internal stakeholders on all pertinent data protection matters.
• Conducting comprehensive data protection due diligence on prospective and existing business partners.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex data protection agreements, clauses, and terms.
• Updating privacy policies and related procedures, privacy notices, and cookie policies for the Group and its partners.
• Developing and refining internal procedures and policies to ensure robust personal data protection and GDPR compliance.
• Providing expert legal advice and guidance on a broad spectrum of data protection issues.
• Actively participating in and leading data protection workstreams within significant company projects.
• Mentoring junior team members and contributing significantly to the professional development within the Privacy team.
• Contributing strategically to the evolution and implementation of the Group's overall privacy program and strategy.
• Providing assistance and legal advice concerning data subjects' rights requests.
• Managing and providing expert advice on customer complaints related to data protection.
• Liaising effectively with data protection supervisory authorities and other regulators.
• Handling any data breaches and associated reporting requirements in a timely manner.
• Conducting, managing, advising on, and assisting with Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs).

OUR SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING:

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• A recognised legal qualification demonstrating a strong foundation in legal principles and analysis.
• A minimum of 4-6 years of progressive experience in a dedicated privacy legal role.
• Deep and demonstrable expertise in GDPR and other relevant global data protection laws.
• Proven experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex data protection agreements.
• Demonstrated ability to act as a DPO or hold a similar lead privacy advisory role.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

NICE TO HAVES

• Specific experience within the iGaming, financial services, or technology sectors.
• Any relevant privacy certifications.

BENEFITS

• Hybrid working - 3 days per week at the office, with flexibility for 2 days at home.
• 28 days of paid leave, plus all public and bank holidays in England.
• Pension contributions matched up to 6%.
• BUPA coverage, including pre-existing conditions.
• £250 annual allowance for health and wellbeing.
• Complimentary snacks and drinks, as well as breakfasts and lunches weekly.
• Regular opportunities to attend sporting events throughout the year.
• Up to 6 months of full pay for maternity leave.
• Cycle-to-work scheme and gym discounts.
• Newly renovated offices just a 2-minute walk from Leeds Train Station.

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