Legal Counsel - Data Protection/Privacy and Corporate Affairs

The role

This role involves acting as a day-to-day adviser on data protection and privacy issues across the company, clients, and employees. The person will also provide core corporate legal support including reviewing supplier agreements and assisting with M&A matters.

What you will do

• Acting as a day-to-day adviser on data protection and privacy issues.
• Acting as the lead lawyer on privacy workflows across global territories.
• Advising on and negotiating data and privacy provisions in third party agreements.
• Evaluating risks associated with potential third party software and systems providers.
• Drafting, updating, and negotiating data processing agreements, privacy notices, and internal policies.
• Working on internal data protection and privacy governance and infrastructure.
• Working on data protection impact assessments.
• Formulating and advising on data protection policies for new initiatives and systems including AI.
• Creating and updating training material about data protection for staff.
• Supporting a broad range of corporate legal matters including M&A and group governance.

Required qualifications

• Qualified solicitor (England & Wales or equivalent).
• 3–4 years’ PQE.
• Solid experience advising on data protection and privacy matters across different territories.
• Grounding in corporate legal work.
• General understanding of the entertainment industry and the nature of a talent agency.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel etc).
• Clear communicator who can work effectively with non-lawyers.
• Solutions driven, forward looking and have a keen interest in tech and systems in a media/entertainment environment.
• Effective time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Positive, self-motivated attitude.

Nice to have

• Prior experience in a multinational media, entertainment, or other people-led businesses.

Benefits

• Access to the tools, leadership, and resources you will need to create and drive a center of excellence
• Work in an inclusive and diverse company culture
• Competitive programs to support your well-being
• Experience working in a collaborative environment with room to grow

About the company

UTA is a premier global talent agency representing artists, creatives, and brands across film, television, music, comedy, and more. It is based in Los Angeles with offices in the U.S., London, and Munich.