Associate Director Legal & Compliance (Technology Focus)

As an Associate Director Legal & Compliance with a focus on technology, you will be joining a leading global investment and technology-driven firm's Legal & Compliance team within the Financial Operations division. Your role will involve advising on various technology-related legal matters such as data privacy, cybersecurity, intellectual property, vendor contracts, and software licensing. You will play a key role in supporting the formation and documentation of technology-led investment structures and business initiatives. Additionally, you will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial and technology contracts, side letters, and partnership agreements. Collaboration with global Legal, Compliance, and Technology teams will be essential to ensure regulatory and operational alignment. Key Responsibilities: - Advise on technology-related legal matters like data privacy, cybersecurity, IP, vendor contracts, and software licensing. - Support the formation and documentation of technology-led investment structures and business initiatives. - Draft, review, and negotiate commercial and technology contracts, side letters, and partnership agreements. - Collaborate with global Legal, Compliance, and Technology teams to ensure regulatory and operational alignment. Qualifications Required: - Law degree (LL.B. or equivalent) with 12-16 years of post-qualification experience in technology, commercial, or financial legal work. - Experience in tech-driven organizations, investment firms, or law firms handling technology clients. - Strong knowledge of data protection, IT compliance, and regulatory frameworks. - Excellent drafting, analytical, and stakeholder management skills. If you believe that your experience aligns with the requirements of this role, we encourage you to apply or reach out to tanya@vahura.com for further information.,