Global Privacy Analyst

At Freshfields, our commitment to privacy and data protection is at the core of how we operate. We are proud to have a dedicated Global Privacy Office that ensures we meet our data protection obligations across our global footprint.

We are currently seeking a Global Privacy Analyst to join our team and support the delivery of essential privacy services firmwide. This role combines both operational and advisory responsibilities, offering an exciting opportunity to work across a range of data protection priorities.

What You’ll Do

• Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs): Review project details, draft PIAs, document data flows, and identify potential privacy risks with actionable recommendations.
• Data Subject Rights Requests: Coordinate data retrieval/deletion, review and redact personal data, and ensure responses meet legal requirements and deadlines.
• Records Management: Maintain and update statutory data protection registers and associated documentation.
• Data Breach Support: Assist in investigations by gathering evidence and preparing detailed reports.
• Advisory Support: Conduct legal research and prepare clear, practical communications to stakeholders on privacy compliance issues.

What We’re Looking For

• Solid understanding of the GDPR and core data protection principles
• Experience with Data Subject Rights Requests and drafting Privacy Impact Assessments
• Good data mapping and analytical skills
• Ability to apply critical thinking within legal and regulatory frameworks
• Familiarity with legal technology and information security practices
• Proven ability to manage large, varied workloads and work independently
• Good stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Commercial awareness in delivering practical, privacy-focused solutions
• Degree in Law, IT, or related field, or equivalent experience in the legal sector
• Experience applying data privacy rules in a global corporate environment, preferred
• Knowledge of non-UK/EU data protection laws, is advantageous

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a firm with a strong ethical commitment to data privacy
• Work in a collaborative, high-performing team across multiple jurisdictions
• Enjoy opportunities for professional development in privacy and compliance
• Help influence privacy strategy in a dynamic, global setting

Inclusion

Freshfields is an equal opportunities employer and all applications received by the firm will be considered based on their merit alone and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of background. All offers of employment will be conditional on the candidate having/securing the right to work in the UK and providing the firm with evidence of that right (as required by the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006) prior to employment commencing.

Freshfields is a Ban the Box employer. We ask applicants to disclose criminal convictions only when a conditional job offer is made. A conviction does not automatically lead to withdrawal of the offer: we make decisions on a case-by-case basis and take a number of factors into account (e.g. the role you are applying for and the circumstances of the offence). You would have the opportunity to discuss the matter with us before we make a decision.