Data Privacy Manager

Application Deadline: 22 September 2025

Department: Other Legal Roles

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: 10 Earlsfort Terrace, Dublin 2, D02 T380

Reporting To: Head of Risk and Compliance

Description

Arthur Cox LLP is consistently recognised as one of Ireland’s leading law firms. We advise an international client base ranging from multinational organisations, financial institutions and government agencies, and established global leaders and new players in emerging industry sectors. We advise our clients on their most important and complex transactions. We are recognised for exceptional legal service, commercial awareness, and commitment to our clients.

Headquartered in Dublin, we have 600 legal staff and a total headcount of nearly 900, and we also have offices in Belfast, London, and New York.

Background to the role:

The role sits within the Firm’s Risk & Compliance department, which aims to mitigate risks and facilitate the business in maintaining compliance with relevant laws, regulations and client requirements. The Risk & Compliance department plays a critical role in safeguarding the Firm’s reputational brand and works right across the Firm and partnership to ensure we have the right framework and culture in place to protect against legal, regulatory and operational risks.

Overview of the role:

As Data Privacy Manager in a corporate law firm, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of data protection compliance. You will work closely with legal teams and business support services, to ensure internal and client-facing operations meet GDPR and other related data protection and privacy law regulatory standards. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong acumen and a proactive approach to risk management.

Key Responsibilities

Internal Compliance:

Oversee and maintain internal data protection policies and procedures.
Manage data subject access requests (DSARs) and ensure timely responses.
Support on data retention projects in line with firm policy.
Review client and vendor data processing agreements (DPAs), privacy notices, and contractual clauses.
Assist with response to client information security questionnaires and assessments.
Support the Firm during regulatory investigations or data breach incidents.
Conduct privacy impact assessments (DPIAs) for new services and technologies.
Develop the Firm’s Record of Processing Activities (ROPA).

Training & Awareness:

Deliver tailored privacy training to legal teams and support staff.
Promote privacy-by-design principles in client engagements and internal projects.

Regulatory Engagement:

Act as the firm’s point of contact with the Data Protection Commission (DPC).
Monitor changes in data protection laws and advise on implications for the firm and its clients.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Relevant 3rd level qualification in corporate law/data protection law or related field.
Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in privacy law, ideally within a corporate law firm or advising corporate clients.
Demonstrable experience in developing and implementing data protection risk and compliance framework.
Professional certification (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPM) is highly desirable.
In-depth knowledge of GDPR, Irish Data Protection Acts 1988 to 2018, and international privacy frameworks.

Key Competencies:

Strategic thinking and commercial awareness.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
Ability to manage complex projects and regulatory timelines.
High attention to detail and analytical skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary and discretionary bonus structure
25 days annual leave
Leading hybrid working policy
Immediate pension scheme
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
TaxSaver and Bike to Work scheme
Full gym and wellness programme
Professional development opportunities
Wide-ranging opportunities for involvement in internal committees

Data Privacy Manager

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