Introduction
The Data Protection & AI group of L&E Global supports multinational employers in navigating the legal, regulatory and strategic challenges arising from the use of data and artificial intelligence in the workplace. As organisations increasingly rely on digital tools, automation and AI-driven decision-making, they must manage a growing range of privacy, employment, governance and compliance risks across multiple jurisdictions.
Our group brings together lawyers from across the L&E Global alliance with deep experience at the intersection of workforce data, employment law and emerging technology, many of whom are certified information privacy professionals with the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAAP). We help clients implement innovative business solutions while ensuring that legal and regulatory considerations are addressed in a practical, commercially effective and internationally coordinated way
What We Do
We advise clients on the full range of data protection and AI issues affecting the employment relationship and wider workforce strategy, including:
- Employee and HR data protection compliance
- Workplace monitoring and employee privacy
- Global HR systems and workforce data governance
- Cross-border data transfers and international data flows
- Data retention, access and internal governance policies
- Internal investigations and whistleblowing-related data issues
- Cybersecurity incidents and data breach response
- Employee privacy notices, data subject rights and regulatory engagement
- AI governance and risk management in the workplace
- AI tools used in recruitment, HR, performance management and employee monitoring
- Automated decision-making and human oversight requirements
- Vendor, software and technology contracting relating to employee data and AI
- Compliance with emerging AI regulation and related governance frameworks
Why It Matters
The legal and reputational risks associated with workforce data and AI are increasing rapidly. At the same time, these technologies create significant opportunities for efficiency, innovation and competitive advantage. Our group helps clients strike the right balance: enabling progress while managing risk and ensuring that compliance frameworks are aligned with the realities of a modern business environment.
