Senior Legal Counsel - Data Privacy & Employment (EMEA)

Sony Pictures Entertainment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multimedia corporation is seeking a Counsel for its Legal Affairs team in London. This role requires expertise in employment and data privacy laws and supports the Privacy Office in EMEA. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience and provide legal guidance on various matters, including drafting contracts and managing compliance. This position offers a competitive salary along with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual bonus

Private medical insurance

25 days of paid annual leave plus a winter break

Extensive learning and development opportunities

Employee discounts on Sony products

Interest-free season ticket loan

Company Pension Plan

Free counselling and advisory service

Qualifications

• Must have 3 years post-qualification experience in legal affairs.
• Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Prior experience in a multimedia international corporation is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on employment law across EMEA and APAC.
• Draft and negotiate contracts related to data privacy and employment.
• Conduct legal due diligence for M&A transactions.
• Manage regulatory compliance and document flow.
• Collaborate with various teams on advisory matters.

Skills

Employment law

Data privacy law

Legal analysis

Negotiation

Compliance

Interpersonal skills

Education

University degree and qualified solicitor degree

CIPP qualification preferred

Job description

A leading multimedia corporation is seeking a Counsel for its Legal Affairs team in London. This role requires expertise in employment and data privacy laws and supports the Privacy Office in EMEA. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience and provide legal guidance on various matters, including drafting contracts and managing compliance. This position offers a competitive salary along with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development.