Data Privacy Lawyer

RAYNE is expanding its consultant team and is seeking experienced Data Privacy Lawyers based in the UAE to join our growing consultancy. As a consultant at RAYNE, you will be embedded directly within client organisations, functioning as a genuine extension of their in-house teams, backed throughout every engagement by RAYNE. We are looking for experience with: • Advising on data protection and privacy compliance, including PDPL and other regional and international frameworks • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating data processing agreements, privacy policies, and related documentation • Conducting data protection impact assessments and privacy risk reviews • Supporting data breach response, incident management, and regulatory notifications • Advising the business on cross-border data transfers, data governance, and emerging privacy regulation • Operating confidently within fast-paced, in-house environments Successful candidates will: • Ideally be admitted in a common law or other recognised international jurisdiction • Typically have 5+ years' PQE (flexible depending on experience and role) • Be adaptable, pragmatic, and comfortable working autonomously as well as part of a team • Have a consultant mindset and enjoy working closely with the business Why RAYNE? • Access to high-quality in-house secondments with trusted clients • Exposure to different sectors, teams, and working environments • A consultancy built on relationships, transparency, and trust • Ongoing support before, during, and after each secondment • Adaptable and flexible working options that work for you If you are looking for a fixed term assignment in Data Privacy we would love to hear from you! Company Description RAYNE is changing the way leading multinationals, start-ups, and government entities across the Middle East access high-calibre legal talent through flexible resourcing solutions. We connect exceptional Legal professionals with businesses that need specialised support on critical projects and contracts. Our approach enables companies to engage top-tier expertise without long-term commitments, while also giving professionals the flexibility to work in a way that supports their career and lifestyle goals, prioritising balance. Show more Show less

Ideally admitted in a common law or other recognised international jurisdiction; typically have 5+ years' PQE (flexible depending on experience and role).

Advising on data protection and privacy compliance, including PDPL and other regional and international frameworks; Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating data processing agreements, privacy policies, and related documentation; Conducting data protection impact assessments and privacy risk reviews; Supporting data breach response, incident management, and regulatory notifications; Advising the business on cross-border data transfers, data governance, and emerging privacy regulation; Operating confidently within fast-paced, in-house environments.