Alex Shipley
About Alex Shipley
Alex Shipley serves as the VP Legal for Verint Systems EMEA, where he provides legal support for the company's global privacy transformation program and oversees compliance with various regulations. He has a diverse background in law and business, with over a decade of experience in the IT sector and significant roles at organizations such as Experian and Eversheds.
Work at Verint
Alex Shipley serves as the Vice President of Legal for Verint Systems EMEA, a position he has held since 2011. In this role, he provides legal support for the company's global privacy transformation program and handles export compliance for encryption technologies. He leads initiatives to ensure compliance with the UK Bribery Act and other anti-corruption legislation, including the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA). Additionally, he ensures that Verint Systems adheres to SEC regulatory compliance requirements.
Previous Experience at Experian
Before joining Verint, Alex Shipley worked at Experian as the Commercial Director for EMEA in Decision Analytics from 2010 to 2011. His tenure at Experian followed a decade of experience as a Solicitor within the company, where he worked from 2000 to 2010. His roles in these positions contributed to his expertise in legal matters related to the analytics and data sectors.
Legal Background and Education
Alex Shipley has a solid legal education, having studied at Nottingham Law School. He completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Law from 1993 to 1994 and the Legal Practice Course (LPC) from 1994 to 1995. His legal career includes two years as a Solicitor at Eversheds from 1998 to 2000, where he gained experience in various legal practices.
IT Sector Experience
Prior to his legal career, Alex Shipley accumulated ten years of experience in the IT sector. His focus during this time was on enterprise systems implementation and business process optimization. This background provides him with a unique perspective on the intersection of law and technology, particularly in areas related to compliance and organizational change.
Educational Qualifications
In addition to his legal studies, Alex Shipley studied Business Studies at Staffordshire University, where he earned a BA Hons 2:1 from 1989 to 1993. This educational foundation complements his legal expertise and enhances his understanding of business operations and compliance.