Advokat – Data Protection & Privacy (Copenhagen)
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Advokat – Data Protection & Privacy
DLA Piper Denmark on Rådhuspladsen in Copenhagen is seeking an Advokat to join its Data Protection and Privacy practice. Denmark was an early adopter of data protection legislation, and the Danish Data Protection Agency (Datatilsynet) is one of the most active EU supervisory authorities. The Danish Data Protection Act (Databeskyttelsesloven) supplements GDPR with specific Danish provisions.
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You will advise Danish and international companies on GDPR compliance, data breach response, Datatilsynet investigations, and emerging AI regulation, drawing on DLA Piper's globally recognized data protection expertise.
What You Will Do
- Advise on GDPR and Databeskyttelsesloven compliance, including data processing agreements and privacy impact assessments
- Handle Datatilsynet investigations, complaints, and enforcement proceedings
- Advise on cross-border data transfers, including Standard Contractual Clauses and adequacy decisions
- Draft privacy policies, cookie notices, and consent mechanisms
- Advise on EU AI Act compliance and ethical AI frameworks
- Handle data breach notification and response procedures
Responsibilities
- Advise on GDPR compliance and data governance frameworks
- Handle Datatilsynet interactions and enforcement matters
- Draft data protection documentation and conduct audits
- Advise on emerging AI and technology regulation
- Coordinate with DLA Piper's global data protection team
Requirements
- Danish Bar admission (advokat) or senior advokatfuldmægtig
- Cand.jur. from a Danish university; CIPP/E certification or LL.M. in Data Protection preferred
- 3-6 years of experience in data protection and privacy law
- Knowledge of GDPR, Databeskyttelsesloven, and Datatilsynet guidance
- Fluent in Danish and English
- Experience advising on tech-sector data protection matters is an advantage
Compensation
kr48,000 - kr60,000/year
Practice Area
General Legal
Position
Mid
Application Deadline
May 19, 2026
Employment Type
Full time
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