Navigating Data Protection in a Global Landscape
At Cleveland & Co, we specialise in simplifying complex data transfer agreements and SCCs, ensuring your organisation’s compliance with evolving international data protection regulations. Our expertise lies in making the intricate straightforward, keeping your data flows seamless and legally sound.
Our services are crafted for financial institutions grappling with the nuances of the New SCCs and IDTA. If your organisation transfers data across borders and seeks to align with the latest legal requirements, our tailored solutions are designed for you.
Time is of the essence!
Partnering with Cleveland & Co means gaining a dedicated ally in data protection
We offer comprehensive reviews of your existing data transfer agreements, ensuring they align with current laws. Our drafting and negotiation of New SCCs, including any unique commercial terms, are meticulously tailored to your business needs.
A trusted partner in the investment management industry
Custodian and Fund Administrator
Services:
- Review and update website privacy policy and internal data protection policies.
- Review and negotiate new data processing agreements.
- Assessments regarding legitimate interest tests.
- Draft, review and negotiate confidentiality agreements, commercial contracts, IT supplier agreements, SaaS agreements.
- Supporting across governance matters such as updates to articles of association, managing member queries, board packs and director appointments/terminations.
Industry Association
Services:
- Update template contracts to include new obligations under GDPR and DPA 2018.
- Prepare gap analysis tools to manage cross border data protection retention requirements and ensure policies are consistent where possible across global offices.
- Preparing and reviewing data protection impact assessment.
Global Real Estate Asset Manager
Services:
- Project manage an amendment agreement project for the roll out of updates across client contracts and managing the negotiation with counterparties..
- Advice regarding storage and transfers of personal data outside of the UK and EU.
- Advice and guidance regarding data protection breaches, unlawful disclosure of personal data and any reportable breaches to the ICO.
Update and maintain all core compliance, governance and HR policies for annual updates
200+ clients representing a combined £8.7 trillion of Assets Under Management
Cleveland & Co stands apart in proving access to high quality investment management advice
Embrace certainty in an uncertain regulatory environment
Ensure your data transfer strategies are future-proof.
Initial Review
Our approach involves a thorough review of your data transfer mechanisms, ensuring they comply with the latest legal standards
Drafting
Implementation
Pricing
Assessment
From:- Assessment of the current SCC’s in place
- Determine if the SCC’s are invalidated
Advising
From:- Assess whether EU and/or UK personal data is being transferred
- Determine which contractual terms are required
Implementation
From:- Draft the required documentation Tailor it to the client’s needs Manage implementation with the counterparty
*Bundles of 10 agreements eligible for 10% discount.
Exceptional Value
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20% - 50% more cost effective than hiring in house.
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40% - 70% more cost effective than golden circle law firms
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Access to PQE compared to a single hire
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Availability with team members across time zones.
Your Data Protection Legal Team
The regulation team at Cleveland & Co are happy to answer any questions you may have and have a depth of experience to assist with implementing advice.
Rowena Hill
Managing Director, General Counsel EMEA
Expertise: Investment Management, Financial Services Regulation, Funds, Alternative Funds, Distribution, ESG, Corporate Governance, Corporate, Commercial
Experience: 19 years
Fiona Richardson
Director, Head of Regulation
Expertise: Investment Management, Financial Services Regulation, Funds, Alternative Funds, Securities, Trading & Investments, Securities Lending, Distribution, ESG and Corporate Governance
Experience: 30+ years
Rebecca Solomon
Legal Counsel
Expertise: Investment Management, Funds, Derivatives, Financing, Corporate, Commercial, Privacy and Intellectual Property
Experience: 3 years
Access to 200+ years team PQE experience for less than the cost of a General Counsel.
Cleveland & Co provides access to a bench of specialist expertise billed as a single General Counsel service.
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FAQ
How long does it take?
The team at Cleveland & Co aim to turn around work deliverables within 48 hours, unless agreed owtherwise.
Does your pricing adjust for large volumes of work?
We offer a 10% discount for bundles of 10 agreements that need updating.
Top Tier Investment Management Testimonials
“Cleveland & Co played an instrumental role in our recent M&A operation, turning a complex process into a smooth transition. Their strategic expertise and professional approach gave is confidence, ensuring our success. We highly recommend their services for any business seeking a reliable partner for significant growth.”
“Cleveland & Co have been supporting us on our journey to a $1bn plus asset under management for a few years. They have filled a need for us – having on hand a general counsel with multiple skill sets without having to employ a whole general counsel team. It is hard to do – but they have made it work – and work very well. “
“We were introduced to Cleveland & Co a few years ago and the relationship has proven to be very beneficial to us. The combination of expertise within the field, accessibility, speed and flexibility has been just what we needed. We look forward to carrying on the relationship, and it’s refreshing to deal with a pragmatic, professional, down to earth group of people.”
Conveniently located in London Bridge
Chat with Craig, or leave a message.
“I’m happy to answer any questions you may have and can coordinate within the team for you if necessary. Alternatively feel free to just leave a message and I can get back to you by email.” Craig Rowland