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

JR United Kingdom; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm is seeking an Assistant General Counsel specializing in technology, data protection, and AI. This permanent hybrid role involves providing practical legal advice globally and managing complex legal issues while ensuring compliance across jurisdictions. Qualified UK lawyers with significant experience are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a commercial lawyer, preferably from a major law firm or relevant in-house experience.
• Ability to balance legal risks with business growth in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience negotiating, drafting, and reviewing agreements.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support on various legal and regulatory matters.
• Advise on technology, data privacy, and AI-related issues.
• Ensure compliance with laws and regulations across jurisdictions.

Skills

Legal skills

Risk management

Communication

Negotiation

Education

UK-qualified lawyer

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

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Location: Wakefield, 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 specializing 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 wide range of 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.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and network policies across jurisdictions.
• 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 governance processes, focusing on legal and regulatory issues related to technology, data privacy, data protection, and AI.
• Manage external legal counsel in multiple jurisdictions efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Provide practical advice balancing risk management and business needs.
• Present on legal topics and write articles for knowledge sharing.
• Mentor junior team members.

About You:

• UK-qualified lawyer with significant experience, preferably from a major law firm or relevant in-house experience.
• Strong legal skills with the ability to handle complex legal and regulatory issues.
• Strategic risk management skills with quick issue identification and mitigation recommendations.
• Experience negotiating, drafting, and reviewing agreements across jurisdictions.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, managing complex files and stakeholders.
• Capable of balancing legal risk and business growth in a fast-paced, global environment.
• Self-motivated with excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.