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

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

Job summary

A leading professional services firm is seeking an Assistant General Counsel in Technology, Data Protection, and Artificial Intelligence. This permanent role, based in Southampton and offering hybrid working, requires a UK-qualified lawyer with substantial experience in commercial law and a knack for strategic risk management. The successful candidate will provide legal advice on complex issues, mentor junior team members, and support various legal and regulatory matters globally.

Qualifications

• Experience at a major law firm or relevant in-house experience.
• Expertise in technology, data privacy, and AI law.
• Ability to manage complex legal and regulatory issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support on technology and data privacy matters.
• Ensure compliance with laws and regulations across jurisdictions.
• Review and advise on new services focusing on data protection.

Skills

Legal Skills

Risk Management

Negotiation

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

UK-qualified lawyer

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

Location: Southampton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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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 candidate should be an experienced commercial lawyer with a focus on technology, data privacy, data protection, and AI. The role involves providing practical, business-focused legal advice globally.

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; support day-to-day commercial and regulatory legal issues.
• Help ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations across jurisdictions and network policies.
• Support Technology and Risk Management teams with legal guidance.
• Develop and implement governance and operational 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 in multiple jurisdictions efficiently and cost-effectively.
• 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 the ability to handle complex legal and regulatory issues.
• Strategic risk management skills with quick issue identification and mitigation recommendations.
• Proficiency in negotiating, drafting, and reviewing agreements across multiple jurisdictions.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively on complex files.
• Ability to balance legal risk management with business growth needs.
• Self-motivated, thriving in a fast-paced, global environment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.