Privacy Fellow at Jobgether – UK

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Privacy Fellow in United Kingdom.

This fellowship offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of privacy law, internet regulation, and global data governance within a mission-driven environment dedicated to open knowledge. You will contribute to legal research and policy analysis that helps shape how privacy frameworks are interpreted and applied across international contexts. The role involves working closely with experienced legal counsel on emerging regulatory challenges that directly impact digital platforms used by millions worldwide. You will gain hands-on exposure to product counseling, compliance strategy, and cross-border legal questions. Operating in a fully remote, globally distributed team, you will collaborate across departments to support innovative legal solutions. This is an immersive learning opportunity for someone passionate about privacy, technology, and public interest law.

• Conduct legal research and analysis on privacy, data protection, and internet regulation issues across multiple jurisdictions
• Support attorneys on the privacy team in addressing emerging legal questions and developing compliance guidance
• Monitor global regulatory developments and assess their impact on data governance and online knowledge-sharing platforms
• Contribute to drafting internal guidance, reports, and legal documentation related to privacy frameworks
• Manage and support ongoing legal and policy projects under supervision of senior legal counsel
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams to resolve privacy-related legal questions and provide advisory input
• Assist in tracking, organizing, and executing project deliverables within defined timelines
• Participate in meetings and discussions aligned with Pacific Time working hours and team coordination needs

• Graduate degree in law, public policy, or related field with strong academic performance; equivalent experience may be considered
• Solid understanding of privacy law, data protection frameworks, and internet regulation issues
• Strong research and analytical skills, with experience handling complex legal or policy research projects
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and deliver high-quality written work
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Experience working in international or cross-border legal contexts is highly desirable
• Familiarity with global data privacy regimes or public interest technology is a strong advantage
• Ability to collaborate effectively within remote, distributed teams
• Strong attention to detail and structured thinking in legal analysis
• Alignment with open knowledge values and interest in internet governance or public policy

• Fully remote, global-first working environment
• 12-month immersive fellowship with mentorship in privacy law and internet regulation
• Opportunity to work on real-world legal and policy challenges with global impact
• Exposure to international data governance, product counseling, and privacy strategy
• Collaborative and mission-driven work culture focused on open knowledge and accessibility
• Learning experience working alongside experienced legal professionals in a leading nonprofit environment
• Opportunity to contribute to high-impact legal work affecting global digital platforms
• Competitive compensation aligned with experience and geographic location