Paralegal Placements - Data Protection / GDPR

Paralegal – Data Protection / GDPR

Accuflex currently has immediate opportunities for Paralegals with Data Protection / GDPR experience to join clients in the financial services and corporate sectors . These are short-term, full-time contracts offering exposure to privacy compliance, data protection operations, and high-volume regulatory processes.

We are seeking candidates who are proactive, adaptable, and have a keen understanding of GDPR, including conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), managing data subject access requests (DSARs), and supporting privacy compliance initiatives.

Responsibilities may include

• Assist with data subject access requests (DSARs), including coordinating with external suppliers for review and redaction of high-volume requests.
• Administer, analyse, and improve the end-to-end Rights Requests process.
• Support the end-to-end management of reported personal data breach incidents.
• Act as a conduit for the privacy team, ensuring timely and effective responsiveness.
• Maintain and improve processes for Rights Requests, ensuring deadlines and compliance standards are met.
• Support daily administration of the office of the Data Protection Officer (DPO), including managing the team inbox.
• Prepare periodic and ad hoc compliance and reporting documentation.
• Provide guidance on data incidents, including fact-finding, internal reporting requirements, and mitigation strategies.
• Support project work and initiatives relating to data privacy and compliance.

Experience / Skills Required

• Demonstrable experience working as a Paralegal or legal assistant in Data Protection / GDPR roles.
• Experience conducting DPIAs and understanding associated risks.
• Knowledge of GDPR, data protection compliance, and related regulatory frameworks.
• Financial services experience is desirable but not essential.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Commercial awareness and ability to work with internal and external stakeholders.

Contract Details

• Start: As soon as possible (October start also acceptable).
• Duration: 1–6 months, depending on the role.
• Full-time (40 hours per week).
• Hybrid working arrangements, with some travel to the client’s office required (once or twice per week).
• Competitive day rates, dependent on experience and role.

Locations

Roles are based in London and Gloucestershire , with hybrid arrangements available.

Keywords

Data Protection, GDPR, DPIA, DSAR, Paralegal, Privacy, Compliance, Financial Services, Hybrid, Contract.

Applications closing date: 28 September 2025