Assistant General Counsel - Technology, Data Protection and Artificial Intelligence -(M&F) UK869786 (Chester)

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Assistant General Counsel – Technology, Data Protection and Artificial Intelligence -(M&F) UK869786, Chester

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Chester, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

ASSISTANT GENERAL COUNSEL – TECHNOLOGY, DATA PROTECTION AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

LONDON (HYBRID WORKING – 1-2 DAYS PER WEEK IN THE OFFICE)

PERMANENT ROLE

Role Overview:

Morgan Philips Specialist Recruitment is representing a world-leading professional services firm in their search for an Assistant General Counsel to join their in-house legal team. The client seeks an experienced commercial lawyer focused on technology, data privacy, data protection, and AI. The successful candidate will provide practical, business-focused legal advice to the company's business and corporate services partners globally.

Key Accountabilities:

• Provide legal support on a wide range of legal and regulatory matters for a global professional services organization.
• Advise on technology, data privacy, data protection, AI, and related matters; support day-to-day commercial and regulatory legal issues.
• Help manage compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and network policies across jurisdictions.
• Support Technology and Risk Management teams with legal advice on their activities.
• Develop and implement governance, policies, procedures, and playbooks.
• Review and advise on new services and solutions, including governance processes and specialized legal issues related to technology, data privacy, data protection, and AI.
• Manage external legal counsel in multiple jurisdictions efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Provide practical, business-oriented advice while managing risk and compliance obligations.
• Make presentations and publish articles on key legal topics.
• Mentor and support junior team members.

About You:

• UK-qualified lawyer (or equivalent outside the UK) with significant experience at a major law firm or relevant in-house experience.
• Strong legal skills with the ability to lead complex legal and regulatory issues.
• Strategic risk management skills, with the ability to identify issues and suggest mitigation strategies.
• Expertise in negotiating, drafting, reviewing transactions, and advising on laws across multiple jurisdictions.
• Ability to work independently and manage complex cases while collaborating with teams.
• Balance the needs of a growing global business with legal and compliance risk management.
• Self-motivated, thriving in a fast-paced environment with global stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

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