Job-ID: 3723Category: LawyerLocation: BIRMINGHAM, United Kingdom; MANCHESTER, United Kingdom; LEEDS, United Kingdom; LONDON, United KingdomSchedule: Full timePosted: 2026-10-29Privacy and AI Lawyer (3-5 PQE)Birmingham | Leeds | Manchester | LondonExceptional by design. Help shape how a global law firm approaches privacy, data and AI.We are looking for a Privacy and AI Lawyer with around 3-5 PQE to provide practical, commercially focused advice across the firm, working with colleagues in the General Counsel's Office, business operations teams and client-facing lawyers around the world.
This is an opportunity to apply your privacy and AI expertise in a varied international role. You will help the firm navigate evolving legal and regulatory requirements, manage risk and turn complex issues into clear, workable guidance for stakeholders across different service lines and business units.
The opportunityAs part of our Privacy and Data Team, you will provide proactive legal support on privacy, data, artificial intelligence, confidentiality and non-personal data matters. You will work closely with the Associate General Counsel for Privacy and Data, other specialist lawyers and advisers, and colleagues across the firm's international network.
At Pinsent Masons, your career is exceptional by design - intentionally shaped to support high performance, meaningful development and long-term progression.
What you'll doBring your commercial judgement and specialist knowledge to a role where your advice will have a visible impact, including: Supporting the firm in managing privacy, AI, data protection and client confidentiality risk in the UK and internationallyResearching and advising on privacy, AI and data-related requirements affecting the firm, its functions and its business activitiesProviding privacy, AI and data input into client questionnaires and bidsCarrying out Privacy Impact Assessments and other data protection or AI risk assessmentsReviewing and advising on privacy, AI and data provisions in client terms, projects and procurement arrangements, including negotiating provisions with clients and suppliersAssisting with security incident assessments, remediation and breach notificationSupporting audits of data protection and AI compliance, identifying risks and helping to drive remedial actionAssisting with data subject rights requests, including subject access requestsDrafting policies, guidance, privacy notices and contractual clauses, and delivering awareness sessions and in-depth trainingResponding to queries from across the business on privacy, AI, data and confidentiality mattersAbout the teamYou will join a dedicated Privacy and Data Team led by an Associate General Counsel with more than 20 years' data protection experience and supported by specialist privacy, data and AI lawyers and advisers. The team primarily advises on data protection, while its remit increasingly includes AI and non-personal data issues affecting the firm.
The team sits within the wider General Counsel's Office and works closely with business operations teams, client-facing lawyers, the Information Law community and data protection specialists across the firm's international offices.
About youYou will bring solid experience of advising on privacy, AI and wider data issues in a commercial environment. You will also have: A law degree and current practising certificateAn IAPP, ISEB or other relevant data protection qualificationExperience of privacy and AI risk assessments, supplier documentation, data protection clauses, privacy notices, policies and marketing-related issuesAn awareness of upcoming regulatory developments across privacy, AI and dataExcellent written and verbal communication, organisation, negotiation and influencing skillsThe judgement to handle confidential and sensitive issues while building trust and credibility at all levelsThe ability to take responsibility, work autonomously and manage competing priorities at paceA practical, creative approach to problem-solving and the resilience to perform effectively in a pressurised environmentA collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively with different teams and lawyers across the firmWhy Pinsent MasonsOur "exceptional by design" approach means we've deliberately shaped a firm where you can do your best work, combining high-quality matters, clear expectations and the support and flexibility to build a career that works for you.
Why join us?
Interesting work, real scale – the opportunity to work on complex, high-profile matters within a genuinely international firmA firm that backs your growth – clear expectations, structured development and real investment in helping you reach your potentialA progressive culture – collaborative, inclusive and forward-looking, with the space to innovate and do your best workA clear focus on sectors and clients – giving you the chance to build deep expertise and work closely with leading organisations in your fieldOur commitmentAt Pinsent Masons, we are committed to recruiting and retaining the best talent and building an inclusive and fair workplace.
We value the strength that comes from different experiences and strive to create an environment where everyone feels they belong. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and are dedicated to ensuring equitable opportunities throughout our recruitment processes. In line with local laws and cultural contexts across the jurisdictions in which we operate, we encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences to apply.
If you need reasonable adjustments or accommodations to participate in our recruitment process or to perform the role, please tell us, we will work with you to identify a suitable approach.
How to applyApplications are accepted via our recruitment portal only.
For an informal and confidential discussion about the role, please contact our Talent Acquisition Advisor, Anwen Wallington: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/anwen-wallington-36177ba1 Email: LawyerRecruitment@pinsentmasons.com#LI-LRAW
Privacy and AI Lawyer in Leeds employer: Pinsent Masons
Pinsent Masons is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in London, Manchester, Edinburgh, or Glasgow, where you can shape the future of technology and digital transformation. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide clear progression opportunities, access to high-profile clients, and a collaborative culture that values diversity and inclusion. Join our market-leading TMT team and be part of innovative projects that drive meaningful change across various sectors.
