The Legal and Compliance Director role at a prestigious educational institution in Berkshire involves providing legal advice across various areas such as commercial, corporate, safeguarding, property law, data protection, and compliance. Responsibilities include managing commercial contracts, handling property matters, overseeing intellectual property, managing litigation, drafting legal documents, negotiating agreements, offering guidance on grievance resolution, and ensuring compliance with various regulations. The successful candidate should be a Solicitor or Barrister with extensive in-house experience, expertise in commercial and corporate law, knowledge of data protection law, and experience in cross-border agreements.
The ideal candidate should have skills in risk management, contract negotiations, litigation, and external counsel management, with familiarity in school governance, charity law, safeguarding, and SEND matters being helpful. They should possess excellent advisory and communication skills, be able to prioritize tasks effectively, adapt to changing challenges, and engage well with various stakeholders. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, remission in school fees, and access to state-of-the-art facilities in a picturesque setting.