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

JR United Kingdom; Bradford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm is seeking an Assistant General Counsel specializing in technology, data privacy, and AI. This permanent role in Bradford involves providing practical legal advice, managing compliance, and mentoring a junior team. Hybrid working is available, requiring on-site presence 1-2 days a week.

Qualifications

• Significant experience at a major law firm or in-house.
• Proven expertise in leading complex legal and regulatory issues.
• Experience negotiating, drafting, and reviewing agreements across jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support on regulatory matters for a global organization.
• Advise on technology, data privacy, and compliance issues.
• Mentor and support junior team members.

Skills

Risk Management

Strategic Thinking

Communication

Education

UK-qualified lawyer or equivalent

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

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Bradford, United Kingdom

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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 specializing in technology, data privacy, data protection, and AI. The successful candidate will provide practical, business-focused legal advice to the company's global business and corporate services partners.

Key Accountabilities:

• Provide legal support on various legal and regulatory matters for a global professional services organization.
• Advise on technology, data privacy, data protection, AI, and related matters, and support day-to-day commercial and regulatory legal issues.
• Assist in managing compliance with laws and regulations in applicable jurisdictions and network policies.
• Support Technology and Risk Management teams with legal advice.
• Develop and implement governance and operational policies, procedures, and playbooks.
• Review and advise on new services and solutions, including governance processes and legal/regulatory issues related to technology, data privacy, data protection, and AI.
• Manage external legal counsel across multiple jurisdictions efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Provide practical, risk-aware legal advice aligned with business objectives.
• Make presentations and publish articles on relevant 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 in-house.
• Proven expertise in leading complex legal and regulatory issues.
• Strong risk management, strategic thinking, and issue-spotting skills.
• Experience negotiating, drafting, reviewing agreements, and advising across jurisdictions.
• Ability to work independently and manage complex cases, collaborating with teams.
• Capable of balancing legal risk with business growth in a fast-paced, global environment.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and excellent in communication and organization.