Overview
We are seeking an experienced Data Protection Consultant to join a project aimed at enhancing data protection terms for a UK non-profit's online supply chain platform. The consultant will collaborate with an engagement partner from Intelance and the client's solicitors to ensure compliance with UK GDPR, EU GDPR, and international data transfer regulations. This fully remote role offers flexible working hours and is expected to involve around two days of work over the initial two weeks, with additional follow-up as needed.
Responsibilities
- Review and redraft the data protection and security sections of the platform's terms of use.
- Define the client's position as data controller for overseas users accessing EU-stored data.
- Evaluate and compare the supplier's data processing agreement with actual platform usage.
- Provide clear, plain English responses to recurring data protection inquiries from platform users.
- Prepare a concise list of points for verification by the client's UK solicitor.
- Collaborate with a law firm advising on compliance with China's data protection law.
- Ensure a smooth transition of work to the colleague handling the client's data security policy updates.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years experience in data protection or privacy roles, including consultancy, as a data protection officer, or in-house advising.
- Proven expertise in international data transfers under UK GDPR and EU GDPR, including familiarity with Standard Contractual Clauses and transfer risk assessments.
- Experience drafting or reviewing terms of use, data processing agreements, or privacy notices for software platforms.
- Possession of a recognized data protection qualification, such as CIPP/E or BCS Practitioner Certificate in Data Protection.
- Ability to create concise, actionable documents for non-technical stakeholders.
- Eligibility to work in the UK and operate as a self-employed contractor or through a limited company.
- Desirable: Knowledge of China's Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL).
- Desirable: Experience working with charities or supply chain platforms.