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 is within Immediate's friendly and expert legal team of 9. We're seeking someone with expertise in data privacy, working across operational data privacy systems, and advising the Legal team and broader business on data privacy matters.

The role involves managing and maintaining our ROPA, ensuring impact assessments are performed and recorded appropriately, advising on contractual data privacy matters, and acting as the data privacy SME within the Legal team. You will also work on commercial matters related to our media business, engaging with digital, video, audio, and print content.

You will work in our Hammersmith office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with flexibility to work across all five weekdays for five hours each day within core hours (9.30am-5.30pm). Occasional UK travel may be required to collaborate with colleagues in Bristol, Manchester, or Nottingham.

As a Data Privacy and Commercial Lawyer, you will;

• Support the DPO in maintaining best practices in data privacy
• Advise on data risk, privacy, and protection, including GDPR and PECR compliance
• Maintain and develop our data privacy systems, including the ROPA and impact assessments
• Assist the business with data issues related to expansion into new jurisdictions
• Provide in-house training on regulatory and compliance data issues
• Support data privacy matters concerning Immediate's consumers
• Liaise with our parent company's data privacy specialists in Germany
• Draft and negotiate agreements related to data privacy
• Develop best practices and practical processes for data privacy within the team and business
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements and partnerships across the Immediate brands

Candidate requirements include:

• A qualified lawyer with at least 3 years PQE in a commercial law firm or in-house environment
• Strong academic background and relevant experience; alternative qualifications considered
• Thorough understanding of data protection law, especially GDPR and ePrivacy
• Solid contract law knowledge; IP law experience is a plus
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, communication, and relationship skills
• Team player with high performance under pressure
• Effective time-management and prioritisation skills, suitable for part-time work
• Enthusiasm for the business and its growth

Benefits include:

• Relaxed environment with social events and well-being initiatives
• 25 days holiday plus your birthday, with office closure over Christmas/New Year
• Health cash back plan, electric vehicle lease scheme, training resources, flexible/hybrid working, early finish Fridays, cycle-to-work scheme, family policies, pension, and life assurance
• Modern, collaborative office space

At Immediate, we pride ourselves on an inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic culture that empowers our people. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, supporting applications from all backgrounds, including those returning to work after a break.

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