AI & Data Privacy Lawyer in London - Expert Legal Counsel

Leading AI and data privacy lawyer in London, specialising in GDPR compliance, AI regulation, and technology law. Currently pursuing an LLM in Technology Law at King's College London with focus on AI ethics, data protection, cyberspace law, and blockchain regulation. Proven expertise advising senior leadership on AI compliance and data privacy strategies.

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Legal Services & Expertise

  • 🛡️ Data Privacy & GDPR Compliance: Expert advice on GDPR, international data transfers, and privacy regulations
  • 🤖 AI Law & Regulation: EU AI Act compliance, AI ethics frameworks, machine learning legal compliance, and artificial intelligence risk assessment
  • ⚖️ Technology Law: Blockchain, cryptocurrencies, cyberspace law, and emerging technology regulations
  • 🧭 Legal & Regulatory Strategy: Advising senior leadership teams on compliance, risk management, and strategic legal matters
  • 📈 AI Compliance Consulting: End-to-end support for AI deployment, data governance, and regulatory frameworks
  • Expertise: AI & data privacy law, GDPR compliance
  • Location: London-based technology lawyer
  • Education: LLM (Technology Law), King's College London

Professional Experience

Senior Counsel — Strategy, Sustainability & Ventures (Contractor)

bp plc — Jan 2024 to Jul 2024

  • Led legal and compliance work for voluntary liquidation and sale of certain entities.
  • Sole legal adviser to the Senior Vice President for Strategy, Sustainability & Ventures.

Senior Compliance Specialist (Contractor)

Halma plc — Oct 2022 to Dec 2023

  • Developed and implemented a new Code of Conduct and revised compliance policy framework.
  • Drafted and implemented a global inter‑company personal data transfer agreement.
  • Advised on data protection for a global HR benefits system and Chinese cross‑border rules.

Senior Counsel — Launchpad (Contractor)

bp plc — Jan 2021 to Jun 2022

  • Counsel to bp’s start‑up engine Launchpad and energy tech portfolio companies.
  • Lead counsel on acquisitions of Open Energi and Blueprint Power.
  • Created the Launchpad Legal Playbook; delivered competition, data protection and ABC training.

Counsel — bp Retail

bp plc — Jun 2013 to May 2019

  • Lead counsel across retail operations: marketing, sales, trading and retail acquisitions.
  • Directed legal aspects of Nectar partnership termination and launch of BPme Rewards, including data protection and customer journey; negotiated with external partners.
  • Led legal process for sale of certain UK fuel terminals.

Counsel — bp Petrochemicals Europe

bp plc — Sep 2009 to May 2013

  • Developed legal strategies for operational issues, including force majeure, in a complex regulatory environment.
  • Drafted and negotiated supply, purchase, distribution, agency, logistics and confidentiality agreements.
  • Provided competition law advice on customer, distributor and agency arrangements.

Corporate Solicitor

Eversheds LLP — Sep 2006 to Sep 2009

  • Led legal processes for real estate acquisitions and IPOs, including the first REIT IPO.
  • Advised on share purchase agreements and supported negotiations.

Education

LLM, Technology Law

King’s College London — 2024 – Present

High Merit in AI, Law & Society and Green Finance; Distinction in Information Privacy & Data Protection (Sem 1). Sem 2: Cryptocurrencies & Blockchain, Cyberspace Law, Global Data Privacy, Technology, Law & Democracy.

GDL & LPC

BPP Law School — 2002 – 2004

Commendation.

BA (Hons) Politics & Modern History

The University of Manchester — 1999 – 2002

First Class.

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London-based AI and data privacy lawyer available for in-house and advisory opportunities. Specialising in GDPR compliance, AI regulation, and technology law matters.

References available upon request. Full CV and detailed case work can be provided confidentially.