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

JR United Kingdom; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Un cabinet de services professionnels de premier plan recherche un Assistant General Counsel pour son équipe juridique interne. Le rôle requiert un avocat commercial expérimenté, spécialisé dans la technologie, la protection des données et l'intelligence artificielle, offrant des conseils juridiques pratiques à l'échelle mondiale.

Qualifications

• Expérience significative en cabinet d'avocats ou en entreprise.
• Capacité à gérer des questions juridiques complexes.
• Compétences organisationnelles et interpersonnelles excellentes.

Responsibilities

• Fournir un soutien juridique sur diverses questions réglementaires.
• Conseiller sur la technologie, la vie privée des données et la conformité.
• Gérer les avocats externes et assurer l'efficacité des coûts.

Skills

Droit commercial

Protection des données

Gestion des risques stratégiques

Négociation

Compétences en communication

Education

Avocat qualifié au Royaume-Uni

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

Location: Colchester, United Kingdom

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Other

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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 for their in-house legal team. The candidate should be an experienced commercial lawyer with expertise in technology, data privacy, data protection, and AI. The role involves providing practical, business-focused legal advice globally.

Key Accountabilities:

• Provide legal support on a range of legal and regulatory matters for a global professional services organization.
• Advise on technology, data privacy, data protection, AI, and related issues; support daily commercial and regulatory legal matters.
• Assist in managing compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and network policies.
• Support Technology and Risk Management teams with legal support.
• Develop and implement governance policies, procedures, and playbooks.
• Review and advise on new services, solutions, and governance processes, focusing on technology, data privacy, data protection, and AI.
• Manage external legal counsel across jurisdictions, ensuring cost-effectiveness and efficiency.
• Balance practical advice with risk management and compliance obligations.
• Deliver presentations and write 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.
• Expert legal skills with ability to handle complex legal and regulatory issues.
• Strategic risk management skills with quick issue identification and mitigation recommendations.
• Experience negotiating, drafting, reviewing transactions, and advising on laws across jurisdictions.
• Ability to work independently and manage complex files while collaborating with business teams.
• Capable of balancing the needs of a fast-growing global business with legal and compliance risks.
• Self-motivated, thriving in a fast-paced environment with global stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.