Data Protection/Commercial Solicitor

Your new company

Join a leading educational institution that is established in the heart of London while operating in over 150 countries worldwide. Through prioritising access to education on a global scale and addressing obstacles to developing and sharing knowledge, this higher education institution is looking for a new addition to their legal team.

Your new role

As a Data Protection/Commercial Solicitor specialising in higher education, you will support this organisation across a wide range of legal duties, providing legal advice to internal and external stakeholders.
You will be required to be professional, efficient and logical in your approach to work, collaborating with wider and senior team members. The ideal candidate will enjoy working closely with the team throughout the dynamic day-to-day.

What you'll need to succeed

• Solicitor or Barrister
• Experience in commercial law and data protection
• Strong drafting skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to evaluate complex data and provide clear, pragmatic advice
• Ability to learn, adapt and respond efficiently to various situations
• An interest in working collaboratively across departments

What you'll get in return

• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working opportunities
• Exposure to a dynamic environment at a prestigious university
• Support for professional development

What you need to do now
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