68 Rights Management jobs in the United Kingdom

**About the Role:**
**Grade Level (for internal use):**
13
**About the Role:**
The Director, Content Acquisition & Rights Management (CARM), will manage content acquisition and support other areas of this centralized function for S&P Global's worldwide business for the acquisition, utilization, and distribution of 3rd party content and services. This hybrid role requires 2 days a week or 9 days a month work from our London office. The role will help implement internal controls to ensure that the use of 3rd party content and services contracts meet the needs of our businesses and ensure S&P Global's compliance with all terms and conditions.
**The Team:**
The CARM group currently manages this function across the enterprise. We focus on building strong vendor relationships and aligning internal strategies with business needs. Our team is dedicated to optimizing content acquisition strategies and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations. We value collaboration, innovation, and a global mindset in our approach to managing third-party content and service providers.
**Responsibilities and Impact:**
+ Manage content acquisition with a focus on S&P Global Market Intelligence.
+ Lead a team responsible for commercial deal and contractual negotiations, including vendor selection, negotiation of commercial terms, and post-execution management of rights and obligations for vendor partnerships.
+ Establish and maintain strong relationships with third-party content and service providers and key internal stakeholders.
+ Work with businesses to create data strategies around product creation, enhancements, and increased revenues.
+ Partner with business stakeholders to review requests for additional content and services, managing the RFI/RFP process.
+ Lead contract renewal processes and ensure compliance with existing license grants.
+ Maintain accurate summaries of all vendor relationships and related contracts.
+ Implement and promote best practices globally, optimizing data sources across the organization.
+ Coordinate the sharing of data and information assets within S&P Global.
+ Managing people team to ensure alignment with strategic goals and efficient operations.
**What We're Looking For:**
**Basic Required Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's degree with 12+ years of relevant experience in **financial information/market data vendor relationship management and contract negotiations, in a big corporate environment** .
+ Problem-solving, and synergy cost savings analysis experience.
+ Complex and creative commercial deal negotiation experience.
+ Strong attention to detail and multi-tasking skills.
+ Solid knowledge of financial information and market data industry.
+ Excellent Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
+ Strong customer focus with demonstrated ability to be highly responsive.
+ Comfortable liaising with internal stakeholders and external partners.
+ Solid presentation and writing skills with the ability to influence.
+ Excellent organizational and team-building skills.
+ Strong interpersonal communication skills.
**Additional Preferred Qualifications:**
+ People management experience and skills to develop and support employees.
+ Experience in high-yield or leveraged loan financial market.
+ Content acquisition experience.
+ Familiarity with generative AI frameworks and tools, with a strong emphasis on practical application to enhance work efficiency and drive process improvements.
**What's In It For** **You?**
**Our Purpose:**
Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology-the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.
Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.
**Our People:**
We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide-so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.
From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We're committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We're constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.
**Our Values:**
**Integrity, Discovery, Partnership**
At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of **integrity** in all we do, bring a spirit of **discovery** to our work, and collaborate in close **partnership** with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
**Benefits:**
We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That's why we provide everything you-and your career-need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include:
+ Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
+ Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
+ Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
+ Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
+ Family Friendly Perks: It's not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
+ Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards-small perks can make a big difference.
For more information on benefits by country visit: Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:**
At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.
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**Location:** London, United Kingdom

Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior Legal Counsel with extensive experience in Compliance and Regulatory Affairs to join their fully remote legal department. This is an ideal opportunity for a legal professional looking to contribute significantly to a company's adherence to legal and regulatory standards from anywhere in the UK. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the company's compliance programs, advising on regulatory changes, and mitigating legal risks associated with non-compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive compliance programs across various business units.
• Provide expert legal advice on all aspects of regulatory compliance, including industry-specific regulations.
• Conduct internal investigations and audits to assess compliance levels and identify areas for improvement.
• Interpret and advise on the impact of new legislation and regulatory developments.
• Draft and review compliance-related policies, procedures, and training materials.
• Manage relationships with regulatory bodies and government agencies.
• Advise on data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR) and ensure compliance.
• Oversee the company's anti-bribery, anti-corruption, and sanctions compliance efforts.
• Develop and deliver compliance training to employees at all levels.
• Respond to regulatory inquiries and manage enforcement actions.
• Stay abreast of legal and regulatory trends affecting the industry.
• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to foster a strong culture of compliance.
• Advise on ethical conduct and corporate social responsibility matters.
• Conduct risk assessments related to compliance and develop mitigation strategies.
• Manage external counsel on compliance-related matters when necessary.

Qualifications:

• Law degree (LLB or JD) and admission to practice law in the UK.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience practicing law, with a significant focus on compliance and regulatory matters.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant UK and international regulations.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing compliance programs.
• Excellent analytical, research, and drafting skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a remote environment.
• Experience with data privacy laws (e.g., GDPR) is highly desirable.
• Experience in conducting internal investigations.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and standard office software.

This remote role offers a chance to make a tangible impact on the ethical and legal framework of a growing organization. If you are a proactive and detail-oriented legal professional passionate about compliance, we invite you to apply. This position is based remotely but candidates should be located within the Wolverhampton, West Midlands, UK area for potential occasional meetings.

Our client, a prestigious international law firm with a significant presence in the corporate legal sector, is seeking an accomplished Lead Regulatory Affairs Specialist to join their esteemed team on a fully remote basis. This pivotal role will involve providing expert guidance on complex regulatory frameworks, ensuring compliance across a range of legal and business operations. You will be instrumental in interpreting and applying evolving regulations, mitigating risks, and developing robust compliance strategies. This position offers the flexibility to work from any location within the UK.

Responsibilities:

• Provide expert advice and strategic guidance on regulatory compliance matters across various jurisdictions and industries relevant to the firm's practice areas.
• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive regulatory compliance programs and policies.
• Monitor changes in relevant legislation, regulations, and industry standards, assessing their impact on the firm and its clients.
• Conduct regulatory risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies to ensure adherence to all applicable laws and guidelines.
• Prepare and review regulatory filings, submissions, and other documentation required by governmental and regulatory bodies.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities, industry associations, and external counsel to stay abreast of regulatory developments and ensure effective communication.
• Train and mentor junior compliance professionals and provide regulatory guidance to legal teams and business units.
• Investigate potential compliance breaches, conduct internal audits, and recommend corrective actions.
• Contribute to the development of legal strategies and advise clients on regulatory challenges.
• Manage and oversee the firm's compliance with data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR).
• Develop and deliver training programs on regulatory compliance topics to internal stakeholders.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legal precedents and best practices in regulatory affairs.

Qualifications:

• Law degree (LLB, LLM) or equivalent qualification, with a strong focus on regulatory law, corporate law, or compliance.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in regulatory affairs, compliance, or legal counsel roles, preferably within a law firm or corporate legal department.
• In-depth knowledge of key regulatory frameworks relevant to international business and finance, such as financial services regulations, data privacy laws, and anti-corruption legislation.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing compliance programs and conducting risk assessments.
• Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft complex legal documents and present findings clearly and persuasively.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, demanding, and fully remote environment, demonstrating exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in legal research databases and compliance management software.
• Chartered Governance Institute (CGI) or similar professional qualification is a plus.

This is a career-defining opportunity to play a lead role in ensuring regulatory excellence within a highly respected legal organization. Our client offers a competitive remuneration package, substantial benefits, and unparalleled professional development.

Service Care Legal are working with a local authority in Essex who are seeking a Legal Compliance Officer on a part-time basis with expertise in Data Protection and Information Governance to join their team on a temporary part-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a compliance professional with strong knowledge of GDPR, DPA 2018, FOIA, and EIR to make an impact within a busy legal services department.

ROLE Legal Compliance Officer (Data Protection)
LOCATION: Essex
CONTRACT: 6 months, 22.5 hours per week (3 days)
RATE: 35ph umbrella / 31.45ph PAYE inc. holiday pay / 28.06ph PAYE exc. Holiday pay

Please note that this role would require on-side attendance.

About the Role - The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the council meets its statutory and regulatory responsibilities. You will manage information requests, support compliance processes, and uphold high standards of practice in line with Lexcel accreditation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle and coordinate Freedom of Information (FOI) and Environmental Information Regulation (EIR) requests, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
• Manage Subject Access Requests (SARs) under the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR.
• Advise and support colleagues on data sharing and disclosure requests, including complex cases.
• Contribute to maintaining Lexcel accreditation through compliance monitoring and reporting.
• Process and track invoices in line with internal procedures and deadlines.

The Person:

• Strong knowledge of Data Protection legislation (GDPR and DPA 2018) and related compliance requirements.
• Experience handling FOI, SARs, and third-party data requests .
• Familiarity with Lexcel standards or similar quality assurance frameworks.
• Ability to work effectively across departments, providing clear advice and guidance.

Should this be an opportunity of interest, please feel free to reach out toLloyd Stanleyon (phone number removed)or email (url removed). We welcome referrals which could be worth 250 each so please also bear this in mind.

Legal Compliance Officer (Data Protection) - Harlow

£33.00 ph

Hybrid – 40% home working 60% office based

Full time

Job Purpose:
To assist the Legal Services department in ensuring compliance with statutory obligations and internal policies by delivering a range of general and specialist functions across all areas of the Service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Environmental Information Regulations (EIR) requests, and respond to all hybrid FOIA enquiries on behalf of the Council. Complex cases should be referred to the Legal Services Manager for guidance.
• Handle Subject Access Requests (SARs) under the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR, escalating complex issues to the Legal Services Manager when necessary.
• Lead the coordination and response to both internal and external personal data sharing requests in line with the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR, with support from the Legal Services Manager for complex matters.
• Oversee the processes required for maintaining compliance with the Legal Service’s LEXCEL accreditation, including managing reaccreditation activities.

To find out more information please contact Abbie at (url removed)

Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency.

Berry Recruitment is seeking an experienced Legal Compliance Officer to join a well-established local authority team based in Harlow. This temporary assignment offers a unique opportunity to contribute to critical compliance and governance functions within a public sector legal environment.

The role requires on-site presence for three days per week, increasing to four days from January 2026.

This role is to work 22.5 hours per week.

Role Overview:

The successful candidate will support the legal services function by ensuring statutory and organisational compliance across data protection, information governance, and legal accreditation frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and respond to Freedom of Information (FOIA) and Environmental Information Regulation (EIR) requests, including hybrid cases involving multiple departments.
• Lead on Subject Access Requests (SARs) under the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
• Handle internal and third-party personal data sharing requests, assessing legal bases and exemptions.
• Oversee compliance processes for LEXCEL reaccreditation, including file reviews and reporting.
• Process and track invoices using internal systems, ensuring prompt payment and accurate records.

Duties Include:

• Coordinating hybrid FOIA requests and ensuring statutory deadlines are met.
• Advising departmental FOI officers on exemptions and compliance procedures.
• Drafting SAR responses and liaising with departments to validate data sharing requests.
• Conducting LEXCEL-compliant file reviews and generating reports for the Legal Services Manager.
• Maintaining invoice records and liaising with Finance to ensure timely processing.

The idea candidate will:

• Demonstrable understanding of legal practice compliance and public sector governance.
• Proven experience handling FOIA, SARs, and third-party data requests.
• Strong working knowledge of the Data Protection Act 2018, GDPR, FOIA 2000, and EIR 2004.
• Comfortable with hybrid working arrangements, with flexibility for full-time office presence if preferred.

If you are a detail-oriented legal professional with a strong grasp of data protection and compliance, Berry Recruitment would welcome your application.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.

Legal Compliance Officer (Data Protection) - Harlow

£33.00 ph

Hybrid – 40% home working 60% office based

Full time

Job Purpose:
To assist the Legal Services department in ensuring compliance with statutory obligations and internal policies by delivering a range of general and specialist functions across all areas of the Service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Environmental Information Regulations (EIR) requests, and respond to all hybrid FOIA enquiries on behalf of the Council. Complex cases should be referred to the Legal Services Manager for guidance.
• Handle Subject Access Requests (SARs) under the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR, escalating complex issues to the Legal Services Manager when necessary.
• Lead the coordination and response to both internal and external personal data sharing requests in line with the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR, with support from the Legal Services Manager for complex matters.
• Oversee the processes required for maintaining compliance with the Legal Service’s LEXCEL accreditation, including managing reaccreditation activities.

To find out more information please contact Abbie at (url removed)

Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency.

Berry Recruitment is seeking an experienced Legal Compliance Officer to join a well-established local authority team based in Harlow. This temporary assignment offers a unique opportunity to contribute to critical compliance and governance functions within a public sector legal environment.

The role requires on-site presence for three days per week, increasing to four days from January 2026.

This role is to work 22.5 hours per week.

Role Overview:

The successful candidate will support the legal services function by ensuring statutory and organisational compliance across data protection, information governance, and legal accreditation frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and respond to Freedom of Information (FOIA) and Environmental Information Regulation (EIR) requests, including hybrid cases involving multiple departments.
• Lead on Subject Access Requests (SARs) under the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
• Handle internal and third-party personal data sharing requests, assessing legal bases and exemptions.
• Oversee compliance processes for LEXCEL reaccreditation, including file reviews and reporting.
• Process and track invoices using internal systems, ensuring prompt payment and accurate records.

Duties Include:

• Coordinating hybrid FOIA requests and ensuring statutory deadlines are met.
• Advising departmental FOI officers on exemptions and compliance procedures.
• Drafting SAR responses and liaising with departments to validate data sharing requests.
• Conducting LEXCEL-compliant file reviews and generating reports for the Legal Services Manager.
• Maintaining invoice records and liaising with Finance to ensure timely processing.

The idea candidate will:

• Demonstrable understanding of legal practice compliance and public sector governance.
• Proven experience handling FOIA, SARs, and third-party data requests.
• Strong working knowledge of the Data Protection Act 2018, GDPR, FOIA 2000, and EIR 2004.
• Comfortable with hybrid working arrangements, with flexibility for full-time office presence if preferred.

If you are a detail-oriented legal professional with a strong grasp of data protection and compliance, Berry Recruitment would welcome your application.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.

Service Care Legal are working with a local authority in Essex who are seeking a Legal Compliance Officer on a part-time basis with expertise in Data Protection and Information Governance to join their team on a temporary part-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a compliance professional with strong knowledge of GDPR, DPA 2018, FOIA, and EIR to make an impact within a busy legal services department.

ROLE Legal Compliance Officer (Data Protection)
LOCATION: Essex
CONTRACT: 6 months, 22.5 hours per week (3 days)
RATE: 35ph umbrella / 31.45ph PAYE inc. holiday pay / 28.06ph PAYE exc. Holiday pay

Please note that this role would require on-side attendance.

About the Role - The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the council meets its statutory and regulatory responsibilities. You will manage information requests, support compliance processes, and uphold high standards of practice in line with Lexcel accreditation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle and coordinate Freedom of Information (FOI) and Environmental Information Regulation (EIR) requests, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
• Manage Subject Access Requests (SARs) under the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR.
• Advise and support colleagues on data sharing and disclosure requests, including complex cases.
• Contribute to maintaining Lexcel accreditation through compliance monitoring and reporting.
• Process and track invoices in line with internal procedures and deadlines.

The Person:

• Strong knowledge of Data Protection legislation (GDPR and DPA 2018) and related compliance requirements.
• Experience handling FOI, SARs, and third-party data requests .
• Familiarity with Lexcel standards or similar quality assurance frameworks.
• Ability to work effectively across departments, providing clear advice and guidance.

Should this be an opportunity of interest, please feel free to reach out toLloyd Stanleyon (phone number removed)or email (url removed). We welcome referrals which could be worth 250 each so please also bear this in mind.