Head of Legal, Compliance & Data Protection

The Company is seeking a Head of Legal, Compliance, and Data Protection to take on a high-profile leadership role. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the UK functions and working cross-functionally with colleagues across Europe. This pivotal position involves providing commercially focused legal advice, strengthening governance, and ensuring compliance in a complex, regulated environment. The role also includes acting as the Data Protection Officer, Compliance Officer, and Company Secretary, with a significant portion dedicated to compliance-related activities. The ideal candidate will have a background as a qualified solicitor with a focus on commercial law, compliance, and corporate governance, and will be adept at managing a broad spectrum of legal, data protection, and company secretarial responsibilities. Key responsibilities for the Head of Legal, Compliance, and Data Protection at the company include developing and maintaining the Compliance Management Framework, managing data protection compliance, and providing strategic legal advice on commercial contracts and negotiations. The role requires a detail-oriented individual with powerful communication skills, a strong understanding of UK GDPR and data protection legislation, and a proven track record in compliance management. The candidate should be adept at managing complex legal, regulatory, and compliance matters, including cross-border issues, and have the ability to influence senior leaders and the Board. A high level of integrity, professionalism, and assertiveness, along with strong project management and organizational skills, are essential for this position.