Data Privacy and Commercial Lawyer

Data Privacy and Commercial Lawyer (salary up to £60,000)

Part-time, 25 hours per week over 5 days

Immediate is home to some of the biggest and most loved consumer brands in the UK, including Radio Times, Good Food and BBC Gardeners World magazine. Our trusted, quality content reaches millions of people a month across digital, print, video, podcasts, apps and live events.

We’re the destination for people looking to get more from the things they love. We’re here to inspire, fuel, encourage and educate.

Whether it’s the big things, or the little things; from reaching fitness goals to savouring good food, cultivating outdoor spaces, or enjoying the latest TV sensation – we help bring our audiences joy!

About the role

This role sits within Immediate’s friendly and expert legal team of 9. We’re looking for someone to bring expertise on all things data privacy, working across our operational data privacy systems and advising the Legal team and the broader business on data privacy matters.

This role has responsibility for managing and maintaining our ROPA and working with the business to ensure that impact assessments are performed and recorded appropriately. You’ll also advise the business on contractual data privacy matters, and act as the data privacy subject matter expert within the Legal team, working with experienced and supportive colleagues.

You will also have the opportunity to work across our exciting media business on commercial matters, reaching out to the enthusiastic audiences who engage with our digital, video, audio and print content.

You’ll work in our Hammersmith office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, which are our ‘anchor days’. The successful candidate will work across all five weekdays, working for five hours each day within our usual core hours (9.30am-5.30pm). There may be some occasional travel within the UK, to work with colleagues in Immediate’s Bristol, Manchester or Nottingham offices.

As a Data Privacy and Commercial Lawyer you will;

• Support the DPO in ensuring that Immediate maintains best practice in data privacy matters
• Advise the business on matters relating to data risk, privacy and protection, including matters concerning GDPR and PECR and the compliance with such legislation across the business
• Maintain and develop our systems, including but not limited to ensuring that the ROPA is kept up to date and that impact assessments are prepared as needed
• Work with the business to solve data issues raised by expansion into new jurisdictions
• Provide in-house training to commercial teams on regulatory and compliance data issues
• Support and advise on data privacy matters concerning Immediate’s consumers
• Liaise with our parent company’s data privacy specialists based in Germany
• Work with the business and your colleagues in the Legal team on the drafting and negotiation of agreements where they relate to aspects of data privacy
• Contribute to the development of best practice around data privacy within the team and to develop clear and practical processes and controls for the business
• Contribute to the development of best practice around data privacy within the team and to develop clear and practical processes and controls for the business
• Draft, review and negotiate a range of commercial agreements and partnerships across the Immediate brands

• The role would suit a qualified lawyer with at least 3 years’ PQE in a commercial law firm or fast-paced in-house environment
• A high-quality training contract or equivalent experience and have a track record of academic success. Alternative qualifications and experience will be considered
• A thorough understanding of data protection law (in particular GDPR and ePrivacy regulations) and an enthusiasm for its integration with our commercial activities
• A solid understanding of contract law is essential. Some experience of intellectual property laws is desirable
• Strong drafting skills, negotiation, communication and relationship skills
• A team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• High quality performance, particularly under pressure
• Effective time-management and prioritisation skills, particularly given the part-time nature of this role
• An affinity with and enthusiasm for this ambitious business

• A relaxed working environment with regular socials including a summer festival
• Supportive well-being initiatives and benefits, talks & workshops, and Mental Health First aiders & Champions
• 25 days holiday plus a day for your birthday. Our offices will be closed between Christmas and New Year’s which are in addition to your annual entitlement
• Claim back everyday health care cost with Medicash our Health Cash back plan
• Lease an Electric vehicle through our EV salary sacrifice scheme
• Tailored training and development through both our inhouse learning platform and LinkedIn Learning
• A progressive and transparent culture focused on your development  
• Flexible / hybrid working plus early finish Fridays
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced Family Policies including paternity, adoption and surrogacy leave. We also provide a pregnancy loss, fertility, and carers policy
• Competitive pension plans and Life Assurance
• A newly renovated modern office with lots of collaborative spaces

At Immediate, we pride ourselves on our open, inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic culture that empowers our people to thrive and give their best. We care deeply about our people, our local communities and the impact we have on the environment. Our active Diversity & Inclusion network, comprehensive well-being programs, and clear sustainability strategies reflect this commitment.

People are at the heart of our business and creating a diverse and inclusive working environment is important to us. Immediate is an equal opportunities employer. We’ll never treat anyone less favourably because of their sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, marital/civil partnerships, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnic origin, age, religion or belief or disability. We’re also committed to supporting applications from those who are returning to work following a career break, maternity leave or caring responsibilities.

Immediate is a place you can grow, be supported, and make a difference.