AVEVA is creating software trusted by over 90% of leading industrial companies.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Privacy Lawyer to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of privacy laws and regulations, and a proven track record of advising on complex privacy issues. This role involves providing strategic legal advice, ensuring compliance with global privacy laws, and managing privacy-related risks.Key Responsibilities:Provide expert legal advice on privacy and data protection laws, including GDPR, CCPA, and other relevant regulations.Develop and implement privacy policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws.Conduct privacy impact assessments and data protection impact assessments.Advise on data breaches and manage incident response.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate privacy considerations into business processes and projects.Monitor and analyze changes in privacy laws and regulations, and update company policies accordingly.Conduct training and awareness programs on privacy and data protection for employees.Manage relationships with external legal counsel and regulatory bodies.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience Required

Qualified lawyerIn-depth knowledge of global privacy laws and regulations, including GDPR, CCPA, and othersExcellent organisational skillsProactive and self-motivated

UK Benefits include:  

Flexible benefits fund, emergency leave days, adoption leave, 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), pension, life cover, private medical insurance, parental leave, education assistance program.

It’s possible we’re hiring for this position in multiple countries, in which case the above benefits apply to the primary location. Specific benefits vary by country, but our packages are similarly comprehensive.

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Hybrid working

By default, employees are expected to be in their local AVEVA office three days a week, but some positions are fully office-based. Roles supporting particular customers or markets are sometimes remote.

Hiring process

Interested? Great! Get started by submitting your cover letter and CV through our application portal. AVEVA is committed to recruiting and retaining people with disabilities. Please let us know in advance if you need reasonable support during your application process.

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About AVEVA

AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software with more than 6,500 employees in over 40 countries. Our cutting-edge solutions are used by thousands of enterprises to deliver the essentials of life – such as energy, infrastructure, chemicals, and minerals – safely, efficiently, and more sustainably.

We are committed to embedding sustainability and inclusion into our operations, our culture, and our core business strategy. Learn more about how we are progressing against our ambitious 2030 targets: sustainability-report.aveva.com/

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AVEVA requires all successful applicants to undergo and pass a drug screening and comprehensive background check before they start employment. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with local laws and may, subject to those laws, include proof of educational attainment, employment history verification, proof of work authorization, criminal records, identity verification, credit check.  Certain positions dealing with sensitive and/or third-party personal data may involve additional background check criteria.

AVEVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to being an exemplary employer with an inclusive culture, developing a workplace environment where all our employees are treated with dignity and respect. We value diversity and the expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business.  AVEVA provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify your recruiter. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.