Compliance and Legal Director

1 month ago


Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Michael Page (UK) Full time

About Our Client

Wellington College is a leading independent school in the UK, known for its academic excellence and commitment to shaping tomorrow's leaders. As a forward-thinking institution, we are seeking a highly skilled Legal and Compliance Director to join our team.

Job Description

The Legal and Compliance Director will be responsible for providing expert legal advice across commercial, corporate, and other key areas, ensuring the college's legal obligations align with its vision and strategy. Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing and reviewing commercial contracts, aligning with international franchises.
  • Handling property matters, including acquisitions, leases, and disputes, and ensuring compliance with property regulations.
  • Overseeing intellectual property related to educational materials, research, and branding.
  • Managing litigation, representing the college in disputes, and developing strategies for effective dispute resolution.
  • Drafting and overseeing contracts and legal documents to meet the needs of international franchisees and partners.
  • Negotiating license agreements and acting as a legal liaison between the college's international team and overseas partners, ensuring compliance with local and international regulations.
  • Drafting and updating international agreements, maintaining consistency and legal compliance with local laws.
  • Maintaining and overseeing the Corporate Risk Register, ensuring effective controls to mitigate institutional risks.
  • Providing guidance on UK visa applications for pupils and staff, ensuring compliance with immigration laws.
  • Developing and enforcing an anti-bribery policy, upholding ethical standards.
  • Promoting GDPR awareness, managing data breaches, and reporting to the ICO, ensuring privacy law compliance.
  • Advising on ISI processes, ensuring risk management and compliance with regulations like KCSIE.
  • Liaising with the Clerk to the Governors, ensuring compliance with Companies House and Charity Commission regulations.
  • Serving on the Health and Safety Committee, advising on legal matters and ensuring compliance with health and safety laws.
  • Providing guidance on safeguarding laws, ensuring staff and pupil protocols comply with the Children Act and KCSIE.

The Successful Applicant

The Legal and Compliance Director will be a Solicitor or Barrister with:

  • Extensive in-house experience.
  • Expertise in commercial and corporate law.
  • Proven ability to manage legal crises.
  • Strong knowledge of data protection law and GDPR.
  • Some proficiency in property law.
  • Skilled in risk management, contract negotiations, litigation, and external counsel management.
  • Familiarity with school governance, charity law, safeguarding, and SEND matters helpful but by no means necessary.

What's on Offer

In addition to a competitive salary, this unique opportunity comes with equally unique benefits, including a range of flexible working options, a significant remission in school fees, and access to state-of-the-art facilities set in the most spectacular of surroundings.



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