Privacy Analyst / Data Protection Paralegal

Job description

MLA is supporting a high-growth fintech business undergoing continued expansion across the UK and Europe.

As the organisation scales, its Legal and Privacy team is looking to hire an Interim Privacy Analyst /

Data Protection Paralegal to support a broad range of privacy, GDPR and compliance activities.

This is an excellent opportunity for a junior privacy professional to gain hands-on experience within a fast-paced, regulated environment while working closely with experienced legal, compliance and information security teams.

The role offers exposure to a wide variety of privacy matters and would suit someone looking to further develop their career in data protection, privacy operations or regulatory compliance.

The Role:

You will provide day-to-day support across the company's privacy programme, helping to ensure compliance with UK GDPR and wider data protection obligations.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), Legitimate Interest Assessments (LIAs) and other privacy reviews.
• Supporting the maintenance of privacy records, policies, procedures and compliance documentation.
• Assisting with Records of Processing Activities (ROPA) and wider privacy governance initiatives.
• Supporting Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs) and other data rights requests.
• Reviewing data flows and helping identify potential privacy risks.
• Assisting with supplier and third-party privacy due diligence exercises.
• Supporting the investigation and documentation of privacy incidents and breaches.
• Working with stakeholders across Legal, Compliance, Risk, Security and Product teams on privacy-related matters.
• Supporting privacy awareness and training initiatives across the business.

About you:

Candidates should be able to demonstrate:

• Practical experience working with UK GDPR and data protection requirements.
• Exposure to privacy compliance activities such as DPIAs, DSARs, ROPAs or privacy risk assessments.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• A collaborative and proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Able to be in the London office two days per week.

Experience within financial services, fintech, technology or another regulated environment would be advantageous but is not essential.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-09-2026

Profession type

Accountancy

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English