Legal Director

2 weeks ago


London, UK, United Kingdom Taylor Root Full time

Taylor Root is pleased to be working with a rapidly growing technology infrastructure business to help them recruit a Legal Director (EMEA) - Compliance and Data Protection.


Our client is a truly exciting organization that has seen double-digit growth consistently for the last decade. Since 2022, they have invested over thirty billion dollars in new projects across the globe and currently have thirty-four offices in twenty-two countries. They are consistently ranked amongst the fastest growing privately held companies.


Reporting to the Global Head of Compliance, you will be responsible for designing and implementing the compliance program in EMEA. You will work closely with the business and leadership across EMEA on ethics and compliance initiatives. The position requires a demonstrated ability to be proactive, exercise independent judgment, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.


In addition to this, you will be responsible for:

  • Implementing a comprehensive compliance program to ensure adherence to local, national, and international regulations.
  • Conducting compliance risk assessments to identify and address potential compliance issues.
  • Implementing the company's global anti-bribery and anti-corruption framework.
  • Leading the regional privacy program and maintaining GDPR compliance.
  • Serving as a subject matter expert on privacy and advising senior leaders across the group.


The ideal candidate will have:

  • Qualified UK Lawyer or Barrister - (legal qualifications from other jurisdictions will also be considered but all applicants must be fully qualified Lawyers or Barristers)
  • 10+ years of experience in compliance, legal, or regulatory affairs, with a significant portion in the technology industry.
  • Significant compliance experience, including anti-bribery and anti-corruption, trade compliance, privacy, and internal investigations.
  • Extensive privacy/GDPR experience.
  • Corporate compliance and ethics experience, preferably at a top-tier law firm, governmental enforcement authority, and/or multinational company.


Key skills:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong organizational and time management skills



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