We have been retained to work on an exciting new role by our client, a global conglomerate in the automotive industry, with thousands of locations in over a dozen countries.
The client is looking for a Legal Director, Head of Legal based in Buckinghamshire to lead their legal team of two and play a pivotal role in the legal landscape, focusing on their international footprint.
Your primary responsibilities will include:
* Oversee all legal operations for the business.
* Provide legal guidance on business development and change projects, collaborating with key stakeholders.
* Draft, review, negotiate, and finalise commercial contracts, including agreements with car wash operators, marketing partnerships, and promotional terms.
* Advise on employment-related issues.
* Support real estate matters, including leases and property agreements.
* Manage disputes, litigation, supplier negotiations, and report litigation updates to senior leadership.
* Assist with promotions, loyalty programs, and digital marketing initiatives, including drafting terms and reviewing materials.
* Advise on operational model changes and business development strategies.
* Oversee corporate governance, including Board minutes, shareholder resolutions, and regulatory filings.
* Direct compliance, risk management, and environmental, health, and safety processes.
* Manage data privacy compliance across jurisdictions.
* Oversee the intellectual property portfolio.
* Coordinate and manage external legal counsel.
The ideal candidate will be at least 8yrs’ PQE and have skills and experience in:
* Corporate/Commercial law from a top tier private practice law firm or have relevant in-house experience,
* Experience in international transactions and knowledge of marketing law, employment, or data privacy,
* Multi-national experience required
If you are interested in this role, please send me an email with your CV to james.herbert@marsdengroup.com and we can schedule a call to discuss the role further.
All third party applications will be forwarded to us for consideration.