Our client is a Global Tech business based in stunning offices in Central London, who are seeking a Head of Legal to lead the UK legal team.
This role will report into the VP (who is based in London) and will work closely with the leadership team.
This is an ideal role for a Corporate or Tech Outsourcing Senior Legal Counsel or Senior Associate (8-10 years PQE) who is keen to be exposed to the commercial and organisational workings of a dynamic and innovative global tech business. This person must come with the ambition to lead and navigate a team. You will also come with energy, enthusiasm and have a passion for wanting to help and bring people together.
THE ROLE:
This position will manage a team of top tier 7+ based in the UK and will look after a broad range of work, including:
* Drafting and implementing internal policies and procedures
* Legal and Compliance training
* Advising on IP, Technology, Data Protection, Regulatory Compliance, Employment etc
* Responsibility for regulatory advise
* Advising on any legal Issues that may arise from technology launches, new products or services.
THE CANDIDATE:
* UK Qualified solicitor (8-10 years PQE)
* Qualified from a top tier UK law firm a MUST
* The ideal candidate will have outsourcing experience
* Experience of both Private Practice and inhouse (max 3 moves)
* Significant experience drafting and negotiating client-facing commercial contracts.
* Ability to manage a demanding, varied workload at the same time as inspiring a team.
* Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to manage relationships with juniors within the team as well as senior stakeholders.
* Ambitious with a high emotional intelligence!
If this role suits your skillset and you would like to discuss this role in more detail, please kindly share your CV with Hannah - hbush@kgglobal.co.uk