Compliance and Legal Director

4 weeks ago

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

Wellington College is a prestigious educational institution with a rich 165-year history. We are committed to shaping tomorrow's leaders and driving meaningful change.

Our college is built on a strong foundation of academic excellence, with a focus on delivering exceptional results across GCSEs, A Levels, and the IB Diploma. We pride ourselves on our cutting-edge facilities, vibrant arts programme, and pioneering pastoral care, which are rooted in our core values of Kindness, Respect, Courage, Integrity, and Responsibility.

We are dedicated to contributing to the broader educational landscape by sharing our expertise, learnings, and innovations. Our goal is to foster universal improvement in education by creating bridges with both local and international schools.

Job Description

The Legal and Compliance Director will provide strategic legal advice across commercial, corporate, and other key areas, ensuring the college's legal obligations align with its vision and strategy.

  • Manage and review commercial contracts, aligning with international franchises.
  • Handle property matters, including acquisitions, leases, and disputes, and ensure compliance with property regulations.
  • Oversee intellectual property related to educational materials, research, and branding.
  • Manage litigation, represent the college in disputes, and develop strategies for effective dispute resolution.
  • Draft and oversee contracts and legal documents to meet the needs of international franchisees and partners.
  • Negotiate license agreements and act as a legal liaison between the college's international team and overseas partners, ensuring compliance with local and international regulations.
  • Draft and update international agreements, maintaining consistency and legal compliance with local laws.
  • Maintain and oversee the Corporate Risk Register, ensuring effective controls to mitigate institutional risks.
  • Provide guidance on UK visa applications for pupils and staff, ensuring compliance with immigration laws.
  • Develop and enforce an anti-bribery policy, upholding ethical standards.
  • Promote GDPR awareness, manage data breaches, and report to the ICO, ensuring privacy law compliance.
  • Advise on ISI processes, ensuring risk management and compliance with regulations like KCSIE.
  • Liaise with the Clerk to the Governors, ensuring compliance with Companies House and Charity Commission regulations.
  • Serve on the Health and Safety Committee, advising on legal matters and ensuring compliance with health and safety laws.
  • Provide 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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