Graff Search

About the Company

Welcome. We are Graff Search, niche recruitment specialists for the in-house legal, compliance and data privacy market. We have responded to the growth and complexity of the in-house legal & compliance market and a need for recruitment providers to be more focussed, providing a particular service in these markets, including Legal Operations and ESG.

We work with lawyers, legal professionals, compliance, data privacy and ESG professionals at all levels on a retained search, advertised and contingent basis.

We recruit paralegals, legal counsels, Heads of Legal, General Counsels and Compliance professionals as well as DPOs and Data Protection Managers, Legal Operations Specialists and ESG Professionals on a permanent and interim basis.

We would welcome the opportunity to learn more about your business or discuss the market with you.

Please contact us on 0203 026 2236 or contact@graffsearch.co.uk - we look forward to engaging further with you.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Graff Search

Job Title

Marketing Lawyer

Job Description

**Job Title:** Marketing Lawyer **Role Summary:** Commercial lawyer providing legal support to the marketing and digital teams of a luxury fashion retailer. Oversee advertising, consumer, data privacy, and influencer agreements, and advise on product pricing and contract matters. **Expectations:** - 12‑month contract covering family leave, ideally starting March. - Full responsibility for all legal aspects of marketing operations. - Engage with cross‑functional teams (marketing, digital, finance, procurement). **Key Responsibilities:** - Draft, review and negotiate contracts for advertising campaigns, media placements, influencer collaborations, and third‑party partnerships. - Advise on marketing and consumer law compliance, including promotional offers, pricing, and product claims. - Provide guidance on digital marketing initiatives, ensuring alignment with data privacy and digital advertising regulations. - Review marketing materials and communications for legal risk and regulatory compliance. - Support pricing and product advice, ensuring legal soundness of pricing strategies and product disclosures. - Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of relevant laws and industry best practices. **Required Skills:** - Commercial contracting expertise. - Deep understanding of marketing, consumer, advertising and digital law. - Familiarity with data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA). - Strong analytical, drafting and negotiation skills. - Ability to build relationships with senior stakeholders and external partners. - Excellent communication and project management skills. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Law degree (LLB, JD, or equivalent). - Admission to the bar or equivalent legal qualification in a jurisdiction of relevance. - Minimum 3‑5 years of commercial legal experience with a focus on marketing, advertising or consumer law. ---

Oxford, United kingdom

Hybrid

26-01-2026

Company Name

Graff Search

Job Title

Legal Counsel, Fashion

Job Description

Job Title: Legal Counsel, Fashion Role Summary: Provide commercial legal support to a fashion retail business, including contract management, tech and digital agreements, SaaS, marketing, e‑commerce, ESG, product compliance, and data privacy. Collaborate with tech, digital, marketing, and senior management to deliver timely legal advice and strategic insight. Expectations: Deliver clear, concise legal advice, manage the full lifecycle of contracts, ensure regulatory compliance, and support business objectives while mitigating legal risk. Key Responsibilities - Draft, review, negotiate commercial, tech, digital, SaaS, marketing, and e‑commerce contracts. - Advise on ESG, product compliance, data privacy, and other regulatory matters affecting retail and consumer goods. - Collaborate with tech, digital, and marketing teams on day‑to‑day issues and strategic projects. - Support senior management with legal aspects of strategic decisions. - Conduct risk assessments and embed mitigation in contract terms. - Keep up to date with relevant laws, industry trends, and best practices. - Contribute to process improvements within the legal function. Required Skills - Strong commercial contract drafting and negotiation skills. - Knowledge of tech and digital contracts, including SaaS agreements. - Familiarity with ESG, product compliance, and data privacy regulations. - Excellent written and verbal communication. - Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently. - Detail‑oriented analytical mindset. - Collaborative team player with stakeholder‑management experience. Required Education & Certifications - Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent legal qualification. - Qualified solicitor or equivalent legal professional certification. - Experience in a legal role within retail, fashion, or consumer sectors preferred.

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

01-02-2026

Company Name

Graff Search

Job Title

Senior Legal Counsel

Job Description

**Job Title:** Senior Legal Counsel **Role Summary** Senior Legal Counsel supporting a global technology organization, providing legal expertise across multiple departments. Focus on complex commercial contracts, technology-related legal matters, and strategic stakeholder engagement. **Expectations** Candidates should have significant experience in technology-focused legal roles, demonstrating ability to advise on high-level commercial contracts, data privacy, procurement, AI, and IT/cybersecurity. Must thrive in a dynamic, cross-functional environment. **Key Responsibilities** - Advise on complex commercial contract negotiations, procurement, and technology licensing. - Provide legal guidance to departments including HR, digital, IT, and marketing. - Support compliance with data privacy regulations and AI-related legal frameworks. - Collaborate with senior stakeholders to influence business decisions. - Address legal risks in cybersecurity, technology implementation, and cross-departmental initiatives. **Required Skills** - 6+ years commercial contract experience, preferably in technology-sector organizations. - Proficiency in legal risk assessment, contract drafting/negotiation, and regulatory compliance. - Demonstrated ability to communicate legal concepts to senior stakeholders. - Familiarity with AI, cybersecurity, privacy, and tech-driven legal challenges. - Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills for multi-departmental projects. **Required Education & Certifications** - Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent, qualified to practice law. - Data privacy accreditation (e.g., CIPP, CIPM) preferred but not mandatory. - Experience in private practice or in-house legal roles acceptable.

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

Senior

01-02-2026

Company Name

Graff Search

Job Title

Data Privacy Specialist

Job Description

**Job Title:** Data Privacy Specialist **Role Summary:** Provide strategic privacy and data protection advice across all business functions (legal, marketing, HR, digital, IT security) within a major retail organization. Work closely with the Data Protection Officer and a small privacy team to ensure compliance with GDPR and other relevant regulations. **Expectations:** - Mid‑level professional with 3‑4 years of privacy experience. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to engage senior stakeholders. - Interest and knowledge in data privacy, cyber security, and emerging technologies (AI, cloud). - Ability to work autonomously and as part of a cross‑functional team. **Key Responsibilities:** - Conduct privacy risk assessments and privacy impact assessments. - Develop, review, and maintain privacy policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures. - Advise on data processing agreements, vendor contracts, and third‑party risk. - Manage data subject access requests, rectification and erasure requests, and other GDPR‑related processes. - Monitor regulatory developments and ensure timely updates to compliance frameworks. - Coordinate privacy audits, internal and external, and support remediation plans. - Provide training and awareness sessions to business units. - Respond to and investigate privacy incidents, coordinating with IT security. **Required Skills:** - In‑depth understanding of GDPR, UK data protection law and relevant industry regulations. - Experience with privacy risk assessment methodologies and DPIAs. - Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. - Project management and organizational skills. - Technical awareness of data flows, databases, cloud services, and AI systems. - Ability to translate legal and technical concepts into clear business recommendations. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Legal qualification (e.g., LLB, Law degree) or equivalent degree in law, information security, or related field. - Minimum of 3‑4 years of data privacy experience in a reputable organization (private practice or in‑house). - Data privacy certifications (CIPP/E, CIPT, CISA, or equivalent) are advantageous. ---

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

Junior

01-02-2026