- Location
- London, UK
- Type
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- iCIMS
Description
Introduction
At Gallagher, we help clients face risk with confidence because we believe that when businesses are protected, they’re free to grow, lead, and innovate. You’ll be backed by our digital ecosystem: a client-centric suite of consulting tools making it easier for you to meet your clients where they want to be met. Advanced data and analytics providing a comprehensive overview of the risk landscape is at your fingertips. Here, you’re not just improving clients' risk profiles, you’re building trust. You’ll find a culture grounded in teamwork, guided by integrity, and fueled by a shared commitment to do the right thing. We value curiosity, celebrate new ideas, and empower you to take ownership of your career while making a meaningful impact for the businesses we serve. If you’re ready to bring your unique perspective to a place where your work truly matters; think of Gallagher.Overview
Join Gallagher’s Global Privacy Office and play a key role in managing privacy risks across mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures. You’ll help shape the future of privacy within a global organisation that values integrity, collaboration, and innovation. This is your chance to make a real impact in a fast-paced, supportive environment where your expertise will be valued.
How you'll make an impact
In this role, you’ll lead data & privacy due diligence for mergers and acquisitions, ensuring risks are identified and managed effectively. You’ll work closely with teams across the business to integrate acquired entities into our privacy framework and support divestitures.
You’ll also help implement Gallagher’s Global Privacy Framework, provide expert advice on data & privacy risks, and deliver training to colleagues. From conducting risk assessments to supporting data subject rights requests, your work will help protect personal and commercial data while enabling business growth.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing data & privacy risks throughout the M&A lifecycle.
- Conducting due diligence and creating integration plans.
- Advising on privacy considerations for transitional service agreements.
- Supporting privacy compliance and incident management.
- Collaborating with teams across Legal, IT, HR, and more.
About you
You’re a privacy professional with experience in operational or consultative roles. You have a strong understanding of UK and European data protection laws, including GDPR, and experience in M&A due diligence.
You’re a clear communicator who can explain complex privacy issues in simple terms. You’re a team player who thrives in a global, fast-paced environment and is comfortable working with diverse stakeholders.
What we’re looking for:
- Privacy certifications (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPM) are a plus.
- Experience conducting privacy risk assessments and transfer impact assessments.
- Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
- A commitment to integrity and doing business the right way.
- Exposure to OneTrust systems would be advantageous.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a difference at a company that champions growth and collaboration, we’d love to hear from you.
Compensation and benefits
At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself. For more information, visit our Benefits page.
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being
- Career development opportunities and ongoing learning
- A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership
- The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact
At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join our Talent Community to stay connected to additional career opportunities. Although this role is listed as full-time, if you’re in a job-share partnership, work reduced hours, or have any other flexible arrangement, please still get in touch. We will also offer reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process if required, so please let us know.
Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)
