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About the Role

We are seeking a senior in-house privacy professional to join the Regulatory Risk team within our General Counsel & Risk function. This role will focus on delivering and embedding the firm’s data protection compliance frameworks and driving the firm’s AI strategy across the Europe, Middle East, Asia and the Pacific (EMEAPAC) region. The individual will act as a key adviser and operational lead, ensuring the firm meets its obligations under applicable data protection and emerging AI regulation.

Responsibilities

Support the execution and continuous improvement of the privacy and AI governance programme
Monitor and interpret global data protection and AI regulatory developments (including the EU AI Act)
Develop and maintain policies, frameworks and governance standards
Manage core operational processes (e.g. RoPAs, DPIAs, DSARs, etc)
Embed Privacy by Design and oversee AI risk and impact assessments
Provide clear, practical advice to business and technical teams
Deliver training and promote awareness of privacy and responsible AI usage
Support incident response, breach management and regulatory engagement
Draft and negotiate data protection terms in supplier contracts and oversee vendor risk assessments
Collaborate across legal and business services to ensure consistent governance and delivery
Support and deputise for the Head of Regulatory Risk and the DPO in delivering the firm’s privacy programme
Act as a subject matter expert on legal and regulatory risks in respect of the firm’s AI governance programme, with a solutions-focused mindset
Translate strategy into operational execution across EMEAPAC
Act as a trusted adviser to business and technical stakeholders
Negotiate with suppliers and liaise with clients in relation to AI and privacy requirements, as required
Embed privacy and responsible AI principles across projects, systems and processes

Requirements

Degree required; legal qualification preferred
Recognised certification in data privacy
4–7 years’ experience in privacy/data protection (ideally advising on multi-jurisdictional issues)
Strong knowledge of global data protection laws and emerging AI regulation
Experience delivering privacy programmes
Hands-on experience with DPIAs, RoPAs and data subject rights processes
Confidence in use of AI and familiarity with the development of AI governance, risk assessment and regulatory frameworks
Experience handling complex and time sensitive incidents, client facing and internal audits and regulatory enquiries and investigations preferable
Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills
Collaborative, proactive and adaptable approach

Skills

Data protection
AI governance
Regulatory compliance
Policy development
Risk assessment
Privacy by Design
Stakeholder management
Negotiation
AI regulation

Location

EMEAPAC

Work Type

Hybrid
Remote

Experience Level

Senior
4-7 years

Education Level

Degree
Legal qualification preferred
Recognised certification in data privacy

Benefits

Range of family friendly and inclusive employment policies
Access to programmes and services aimed at nurturing health and overall wellbeing

About the Company

Norton Rose Fulbright is a global law firm with more than 3,000 lawyers advising clients across locations in the United States, Europe, Canada, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa and the Middle East.
We provide the world's preeminent corporations and financial institutions with a full business law service.
Our strategy and culture are connected – defined by shared ambition, global collaboration and a one-team mindset.
We believe pioneering work happens when people are empowered to think beyond boundaries, explore new opportunities and grow through diverse experiences.
Norton Rose Fulbright provides a full scope of legal services to the world’s preeminent corporations and financial institutions.
With its global business principles of quality, unity and integrity, Norton Rose Fulbright is recognized for its client service in key industries, including financial institutions; energy, infrastructure and resources; technology; transport; life sciences and healthcare; and consumer markets.

Equal Opportunity

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams.
We strive to create an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any tailored adjustments or accommodations, please let us know here.