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Head of Legal

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Douglas Scott

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Location:
United Kingdom, Greater London

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Category:
Legal

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Contract Type:
Employment contract

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Salary:

125000.00 - 140000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

The Head of Legal will oversee a legal team of 3 members, managing various legal functions such as contracts, M&A, Company Secretary compliance, and occasional litigation. The role offers close collaboration with the SLT and provides strategic input into the business growth in the UK and internationally.

Job Responsibility:

  • Draft, review and negotiate contracts
  • support external counsel on M&A activities
  • maintain Company Secretary requirements
  • oversee small litigation matters
  • collaborate with SLT on strategic decisions
  • lead the legal team of 3 members

Requirements:

  • UK qualified Commercial/Corporate Solicitor
  • 7+ years PQE
  • experience in a non-FS regulated environment (beneficial but not essential)
  • ability to draft, review and negotiate contracts
  • expertise in M&A support
  • knowledge of Company Secretary requirements
  • capability in overseeing small litigation matters

Nice to have:

experience in a non-FS regulated environment

What we offer:
  • Hybrid working
  • high-level strategic exposure
  • opportunity to lead a legal function

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 24, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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