Senior AI & Data Privacy Counsel — Global Governance

AECOM Corporation; Zug; Hybrid; CHF 164,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Senior Counsel for Artificial Intelligence & Data Privacy to lead global data protection and AI governance. Based in London with hybrid work, you will partner with AI Engineering teams, manage cross-border privacy matters, and shape compliance practices across jurisdictions.

The role requires a law degree, admission, and deep experience in GDPR, UK GDPR, and AI regulation. You’ll influence IP/licensing, vendor contracts, and responsible AI implementations.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with a law degree and admission in a relevant jurisdiction.
• Deep knowledge of GDPR, UK GDPR and US privacy laws with cross-border data transfer experience.
• Expertise in IP and technology licensing, SaaS, vendor agreements and open-source compliance.
• Hands-on experience advising on AI products, data rights, and AI contract terms.

Responsibilities

• Lead embedded legal partner to AI engineering teams across the product lifecycle.
• Advise on global privacy and AI regulatory compliance (GDPR, AI Act, etc.).
• Develop privacy and AI governance frameworks, policies and procedures.
• Conduct Data Protection and AI Impact Assessments and recommend mitigations.
• Represent the company in regulatory inquiries and investigations.
• Deliver privacy governance training to employees and business units.

Skills

GDPR knowledge

UK GDPR knowledge

AI governance experience

data privacy compliance

cross-border data transfers

drafting & negotiation

Education

Law degree & admission

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Senior Counsel for Artificial Intelligence & Data Privacy to lead global data protection and AI governance. Based in London with hybrid work, you will partner with AI Engineering teams, manage cross-border privacy matters, and shape compliance practices across jurisdictions.

The role requires a law degree, admission, and deep experience in GDPR, UK GDPR, and AI regulation. You’ll influence IP/licensing, vendor contracts, and responsible AI implementations.