Matthew Mc Ilwaine
About Matthew Mc Ilwaine
Matthew McIlwaine is a Director of Data Privacy and Legal Counsel with extensive experience in data protection and financial services. He has held positions at various organizations, including Moody's Corporation and NatWest Group, and currently works at Freestar.
Current Role at Freestar
Matthew Mc Ilwaine serves as the Director of Data Privacy and Legal Counsel at Freestar. He has held this position since 2024, working remotely from the United Kingdom. In this role, he focuses on data privacy issues and legal counsel, leveraging his extensive experience in data protection and privacy law.
Previous Experience at Moody's Corporation
Prior to his current role, Mc Ilwaine worked at Moody's Corporation as Senior Legal Counsel from 2022 to 2024. During his two-year tenure in Edinburgh, Scotland, he provided legal guidance and support, focusing on compliance and regulatory matters.
Legal Career at NatWest Group
Matthew Mc Ilwaine was employed at NatWest Group as Managing Legal Counsel from 2017 to 2022. Over five years in Edinburgh, he managed legal affairs and contributed to the bank's compliance with financial regulations.
Educational Background
Mc Ilwaine studied at the University of Dundee, where he earned a Diploma in Legal Practice from 2008 to 2009. He also completed his English Law LLB Hons at the same institution from 2003 to 2007. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his legal career.
Expertise in Data Protection
Matthew Mc Ilwaine has over ten years of experience in data solutions and financial services, with a specific focus on data protection and privacy law. He holds a PDP Practitioner Certificate in Data Protection and is recognized by the Law Society of Scotland as a Notary Public.