Research Assistants (m/f/d) – Data Protection

About us

With more than 400 lawyers across our offices in Berlin, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich, Stuttgart, Brussels and London, Gleiss Lutz advises clients on all aspects of business law. Our full service approach delivers top-tier advice across the spectrum. We are renowned for our in-depth and pragmatic approach to solving the most complex legal challenges – and for our uncompromising commitment to quality.

We are seeking research assistants (wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiter) (m/f/d) to join our Data Protection and Regulation practice at our Berlin office.

We advise clients across Germany, the EU and beyond – from successful start-ups to large corporations and German federal and state authorities – on all legal obligations governing data processing. Our work covers the legal aspects of processing personal data, cybersecurity requirements, the regulation of digital and connected products and services, artificial intelligence, and other matters at the intersection of technology and regulation, such as obligations for online platforms and the protection of minors. Our team works both independently and in close collaboration with colleagues across practices such as Healthcare, M&A, Compliance, IP/Tech and Employment.

Your role

You’ll take on a broad variety of tasks within our team. Working closely with our lawyers, you’ll assist on ongoing client matters, conduct legal research, analyse complex legal issues and present your findings in a clear and structured format, ideally for direct use in our client work. You’ll also be involved in drafting, reviewing and revising memos, pleadings, contracts, guidelines and other legal documents. You’ll attend meetings and assist with publications and presentations.

Key focuses of our practice:

Assisting on digitalisation and innovation projects
Advising on international data transfers and global data flows
Assisting on M&A and IT transactions
Advising and representing clients in proceedings before data protection authorities
Developing and implementing data protection compliance frameworks
Assisting on internal investigations
Advising on data protection in the healthcare sector, particularly the protection of health and patient data
Advising on regulatory issues relating to data-driven business models and emerging technologies
Advising on cybersecurity incident preparedness and response
Advising on the launch of digital and connected products and services in the European and German markets

Your Profile

First (or first and second) state examination(s), each with a grade of fully satisfactory (vollbefriedigend) or better
Very good command of English
Interest in business-related issues and challenging work
Enthusiasm for applying innovative technologies in the legal profession
A structured approach to legal analysis

What we offer

Outstanding professional development: Active involvement in legal work, close collaboration with our lawyers, and regular feedback
One Step Ahead programme: Comprehensive professional development with lectures, workshops, legal English courses and modern AI tools such as Harvey AI and the Jurafuchs learning app, as well as additional exam-focused offerings depending on your stage of training
Wellbeing offerings: Access to our Corporate Health Programme, including the EGYM Wellpass
Networking & events: Networking opportunities at after-work events and group activities to build valuable connections and gain insight into our firm’s culture

A direct route into the world of legal work – for those who want to start putting theory into practice. Apply now and join a team that embodies excellence and supports your professional growth.

We value qualification, personality, and potential. We welcome applications regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnic or social background, religion, belief, sexual orientation or identity.