Technology, Data & Privacy Solicitor

Technology, Data & Privacy Solicitor

The Role

A leading international law firm is seeking a Technology, Data & Privacy Solicitor to join its growing Irish practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor with around three to six years’ PQE to work closely with a senior partner who has extensive experience advising organisations on privacy, data protection, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and wider technology regulation.

The successful candidate will advise a broad range of domestic and international clients, from start-ups and public-sector bodies to major global organisations.

The role may include:

• Advising on Irish and EU data protection and privacy law, including GDPR compliance.

• Supporting clients with the development and implementation of AI systems, applications and governance frameworks.

• Advising on emerging digital, AI and technology regulation.

• Assisting with cybersecurity incidents, data breaches, risk assessments and regulatory notifications.

• Advising on international data transfers and multi-jurisdictional privacy projects.

• Supporting new product development, digital marketing, ad tech and data analytics projects.

• Drafting and reviewing privacy policies, data processing agreements and technology-related contracts.

• Helping clients establish and manage global privacy compliance programmes.

• Working alongside corporate and commercial teams on transactions involving technology, data and regulatory considerations.

• Collaborating with colleagues across the firm’s international offices on cross-border mandates.

The Person

The ideal candidate will:

• Be a qualified solicitor with around three to six years’ PQE, although there is flexibility depending on relevant experience.

• Have experience in one or more areas such as technology, data protection, privacy, cybersecurity, AI or digital regulation.

• Be comfortable advising clients on complex regulatory and commercial matters.

• Have strong drafting, communication and client-management skills.

• Enjoy working collaboratively across different practice areas and international teams.

• Have a genuine interest in the rapidly developing areas of AI, privacy and technology law.

Candidates with experience across some, rather than all, of these areas are encouraged to apply.

Key Details

• Location: Dublin or Cork

• PQE: Around 3-6 years, with some flexibility for the right candidate

• Working model: Hybrid

• Practice areas: Technology, data protection, privacy, AI, cybersecurity and digital regulation

• Firm: Leading international law firm

• Package: Highly competitive salary and benefits

Top 3 Reasons to Apply

• Work closely with a highly regarded partner specialising in privacy, data protection, AI and technology regulation.

• Gain exposure to complex Irish, UK and international matters alongside colleagues across a global office network.

• Choose to be based from either the Dublin or Cork office, with hybrid working available.

How to Apply

For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact Amy Davis at Hunter Savage.