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Senior Data Protection and GDPR Counsel

DLA Piper Budapest · Budapest, Hungary · Hybrid · Ft1,500,000 - Ft2,200,000/year

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Position Overview

Location: Budapest, Hungary

Compensation: Ft1,500,000 - Ft2,200,000/year

Position: Senior

Type: Job

Remote: Hybrid

Posted: Mar 20, 2026

Deadline: May 19, 2026

Job Description

DLA Piper Budapest is seeking a Senior Data Protection and GDPR Counsel to lead its privacy and data protection practice in Hungary. The role involves advising multinational corporations on GDPR compliance, data breach response, and cross-border data transfer mechanisms.

Responsibilities

Lead GDPR compliance projects for multinational clients operating in Hungary. Advise on data processing agreements, privacy policies, and cookie compliance. Handle data subject access requests and data breach incident response. Represent clients before the National Authority for Data Protection and Freedom of Information (NAIH). Develop and deliver data protection training programmes.

Requirements

At least 7 years of data protection law experience. CIPP/E certification preferred. Expert knowledge of GDPR, Hungarian Data Protection Act (Infotv.), and NAIH regulatory practice. Experience handling data breach notifications and DPIA processes. Fluent English and Hungarian required.

Perks & Benefits

Legal career opportunities, Professional development, Competitive compensation, Health benefits, Retirement planning

Compensation

Ft1,500,000 - Ft2,200,000/year

Practice Area

General Legal

Position

Senior

Applicant Location Requirements

Applicants must be located in: US

Application Contact

Contact: DLA Piper Budapest Hiring Team

Application Deadline

May 19, 2026

Employment Type

Full time