Legal Counsel: Data, Tech & AI Governance

Exchange House Services Ltd - London; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, a leading global law firm, seeks a lawyer to join the Team General Counsel and Risk in London. You will advise on data and technology, shape data governance and drive compliance across the firm.

You will work across jurisdictions, guiding senior leaders, and collaborating with the AI Governance team to establish data standards for AI systems while supporting the wider GC&R portfolio.

Qualifications

• Technically astute lawyer with interest in data and technology.
• Strong knowledge of data privacy laws.
• Ability to interpret complex legal issues across jurisdictions.
• Decisive, pragmatic, and commercial approach.
• Minimum 3 years PQE; qualified in a common law jurisdiction.
• Leadership or innovation experience in professional services is welcome.

Responsibilities

• Advise internally on legal issues related to data and technology.
• Determine how data is captured and utilised and where it is stored.
• Develop and implement internal data retention and deletion policies.
• Prepare guidance, tools and training on data use, access and security; drive compliance.
• Advise on laws and obligations surrounding data collection, use and retention.
• Coach practice groups and Senior Leaders on data-related decisions.
• Work with AI Governance to develop data standards for AI systems.
• Role is part of the GC&R team; support the wider team as needed.
• Maintain focus on your portfolio while contributing to broader firm needs.

Skills

Legal data privacy

Data governance

Stakeholder management

Commercial pragmatism

Regulatory awareness

Education

Qualified lawyer

3+ PQE

Job description

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, a leading global law firm, seeks a lawyer to join the Team General Counsel and Risk in London. You will advise on data and technology, shape data governance and drive compliance across the firm.

You will work across jurisdictions, guiding senior leaders, and collaborating with the AI Governance team to establish data standards for AI systems while supporting the wider GC&R portfolio.