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Senior Associate

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Legal
  • Birmingham

AI generated summary

  • You must be a qualified solicitor with 6+ years PQE in data privacy and tech, possess strong technical skills, manage matters independently, and have a strong client focus.
  • You will advise on data privacy, draft technology agreements, handle contractual work, assist with due diligence, research and present on relevant topics, and develop client relationships.

Requirements

  • Qualified solicitor or equivalent with 6 years or more PQE in advising on data privacy and technology matters;
  • Excellent technical skills and innovative approach to their application;
  • Proven ability to take on responsibility, manage and progress matters independently where appropriate;
  • Strong client focus and service delivery;

Responsibilities

  • Advising on data privacy compliance and working with clients to formulate analysis and legal strategies;
  • Advising on data sharing and processing arrangements both on a stand-alone basis and inputting into wider commercial arrangements;
  • Drafting, negotiating and advising on a wide range of technology agreements, including consultancy agreements, outsourcing arrangements, SaaS licences and contracts for IT products and services;
  • Handling contractual work, including reviewing technology supplier terms and drafting documents such as IT infrastructure services and cloud solutions;
  • Assisting our national corporate teams with data protection due diligence and disclosures;
  • Researching and publishing articles, and giving webinars and seminars on topical issues such as AI;
  • Initiating, building and maintaining effective client relationships and proactively participating in business development activities;
  • Ensuring files are managed in compliance with Lexcel procedures; and
  • Pro-active participation in department and firm-wide marketing initiatives.

FAQs

What is the location for the Senior Associate position?

The location for the Senior Associate position is Birmingham.

What is the experience level required for this role?

The experience level required for this role is Intermediate, with a minimum of 6 years PQE in advising on data privacy and technology matters.

Is this position permanent or temporary?

This position is permanent.

What are the working hours for this role?

The working hours for this role are full time.

What practice area does this role focus on?

This role focuses on the Corporate practice area, specifically in data privacy and technology.

What type of work will the Senior Associate be involved in?

The Senior Associate will advise clients on data privacy matters, draft and negotiate technology contracts, assist with corporate due diligence related to data protection, and engage in business development activities.

Are there opportunities for professional development and training?

Yes, Trowers & Hamlins has a Career Development Framework that lays out the competencies expected at various grades, which supports professional development.

What sectors does the commercial team currently focus on?

The commercial team currently focuses on technology, private healthcare and fertility, and social housing sectors.

Does the firm emphasize diversity and inclusion?

Yes, Trowers & Hamlins values equity, diversity, and inclusion and is committed to creating a diverse workplace.

Are there any specific qualifications required for this position?

Yes, candidates must be a qualified solicitor or equivalent with 6 years or more PQE in advising on data privacy and technology matters.

International law firm with a broad commercial, real estate, litigation and private wealth practice.

Law
Industry
1001-5000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Trowers & Hamlins is well known for its eclectic mix of specialisations combining sector leadership in the UK and across the Middle East. We help businesses and governments change the way we live and work for the better. We do this by providing commercial advice geared towards tackling tomorrow's challenges in industry. We are well known for our expertise in the real estate sector, and have thriving commercial, social housing, banking and finance, and private wealth practices, in addition to specialist practices such as planning, tax, pensions, and environment. We are a top-50 UK law firm and undertake work around the globe. We have over 170 partners and more than 1000 employees. The main office is in the City of London, with three UK regional offices in Birmingham, Exeter and Manchester. Outside the UK we have more than 80 lawyers and four offices across the Middle East North Africa (MENA) region (including Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Dubai and Oman), as well as an office in Malaysia.