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

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

Job summary

A world-leading professional services firm is seeking an Assistant General Counsel specializing in technology, data privacy, and artificial intelligence. The successful candidate will join an in-house legal team, providing business-focused legal advice and managing legal compliance across global operations. This permanent role offers hybrid working options, balancing legal risks with business growth needs in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience at a major law firm or relevant in-house experience.
• Strong ability to handle complex legal/regulatory issues.
• Proficiency in negotiating, drafting, and reviewing commercial agreements.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support on regulatory matters and technology issues.
• Advise on compliance with laws across jurisdictions.
• Mentor and support junior team members.

Skills

Legal skills

Risk management

Negotiation

Communication

Organization

Education

UK-qualified lawyer

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

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Chesterfield, 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 seeking an Assistant General Counsel to join their in-house legal team. The ideal candidate is 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 operations.

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 issues, supporting day-to-day commercial and regulatory legal matters.
• Assist in managing compliance with relevant laws and regulations across jurisdictions and within network policies.
• Support Technology and Risk Management teams with legal expertise.
• Develop and implement governance policies, procedures, and playbooks.
• Review and advise on new services, solutions, and associated legal and regulatory issues.
• Manage external legal counsel across jurisdictions efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Provide practical, risk-aware legal advice aligning with business objectives.
• Create presentations and articles on 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 handle complex legal/regulatory issues.
• Strategic risk management skills with quick issue identification and mitigation recommendations.
• Proficiency in negotiating, drafting, and reviewing commercial agreements across jurisdictions.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively on complex files.
• Capable of balancing legal risks with business growth needs in a fast-paced, global environment.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and excellent in communication and organization skills.