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

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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.

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