Solicitor - Data Protection

DAC Beachcroft LLP; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Manchester seeks a motivated 1-3 PQE Data Protection Lawyer to join its dynamic Data, Privacy & Cyber practice. The ideal candidate will provide practical advice on compliance matters and work on high-profile projects. Opportunities for growth in a respected practice and involvement in business development are offered. The firm supports clients in navigating complex regulatory landscapes, making this a pivotal role in their legal team.

Qualifications

• 1-3 PQE Data Protection Lawyer is required.
• Experience in a law firm or in-house environment is essential.
• Familiarity with cyber/data-breach response is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide clear, practical advice on data protection regulations.
• Support clients with global initiatives and AI-related projects.
• Prepare responses to the ICO and other regulators.
• Assist with cyber and data breach incident response.
• Work collaboratively across areas of the firm.

Skills

Qualified solicitor in England & Wales (or equivalent)

Experience advising on data protection and privacy law

Strong understanding of UK/EU regulations

Excellent drafting skills

Ability to manage multiple matters

Education

Strong academic track record at degree and A-levels (or equivalent)

Job description

Solicitor - Data Protection

Department: Commercial and Technology

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Manchester

Description

We are seeking a motivated and commercially minded 1-3 PQE Data Protection Lawyer to join DAC Beachcroft’s leading Data, Privacy & Cyber practice. Our full service practice is at an exciting point in its growth, having recently been recognised as Tier 2 in the Legal 500 rankings. We are a dynamic and friendly team who work together to help our clients realise their ambitions. This role is primarily focussed on advisory data protection matters, although there will be some opportunity to support on cyber related matters if desired.

We support our clients on all aspects of data protection compliance, digital transformation projects, cyber readiness and AI governance. We help them to navigate complex risk and regulatory landscapes, supporting on some of the most high-profile and innovative matters in the market. The successful candidate will work with a broad range of clients including financial institutions, insurers, retailers, technology providers and major corporates, providing strategic advice on UK and international data protection compliance.

This role will be based in Manchester, and offers the opportunity to grow technically within one of the UK’s most respected practices and ample opportunities to engage in business development activities. This role sits within our broader Commercial, Technology & Regulatory practice which combines commercial contract and technology‑law expertise with regulatory, compliance and industry‑specific regulation advice, enabling clients from tech firms to public‑sector bodies to navigate data protection, IT outsourcing, software licensing, technology implementation, procurement and regulatory risk efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clear, practical advice on all aspects of data protection (and related) regulatory frameworks.
• Support clients with the roll out of global initiatives, including AI related projects.
• Prepare responses and submissions to the ICO and other regulators.
• Support clients with cyber and data breach incident response, including assessment, notification and remediation guidance.
• Assist with regulatory investigations, enforcement work and contentious data protection matters (depending on experience).
• Work collaboratively across other areas of the firm, particularly Technology, Commercial, Healthcare Regulatory and Insurance.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales (or equivalent).
• A strong academic track record at degree and A-levels (or equivalent).
• Experience advising on data protection and privacy law within a law firm or in‑house environment.
• Strong understanding of UK/EU regimes and relevant regulatory guidance.
• Excellent drafting skills and ability to provide clear, commercially focused advice.
• Ability to manage multiple matters, deadlines and client relationships confidently.
• Experience or familiarity with cyber/data-breach response and regulatory engagement is advantageous.