669 Head Legal jobs in the United Kingdom

Head of Legal | VC-Backed SaaS Unicorn | London HQ

£250k p/a + equity

London

We’ve been exclusively instructed by one of Europe’s most exciting tech scale-ups (now a bona fide unicorn!) to appoint a strategic, commercially astute Head of Legal to join their high-performing executive team working closely with the C-Suite to advise on corporate matters and have oversight of the existing in-house team.

The Opportunity

This is a rare chance to step into a high-impact, board-facing role at the heart of a global tech companies growth journey. Reporting directly to the CEO, you’ll lead a small international legal team and act as a trusted advisor to the C-suite on all things corporate law, governance and strategic transactions. You’ll also lend your expertise to high-value commercial deals that are shaping the future of the business.

Why this role?

• Shape legal strategy across multiple jurisdictions in a fast-scaling, international environment.
• Work on complex corporate matters, M&A, fundraising and strategic partnerships.
• Partner with a visionary CEO and a world-class leadership team.
• Capitalise on experience rendered from a business that’s on an exciting growth journey.

My client is looking for highly motivated, top-tier in-house lawyers with a great story:

• 8–12 years’ PQE, ideally trained/qualified at a Magic Circle or White Shoe firm.
• A strong foundation in corporate law, with experience in M&A, venture capital and governance.
• 3–5 years in private practice, followed by a successful in-house trajectory within a high-growth tech, fin-tech or SaaS business.
• A proven ability to lead teams, influence at board level and thrive in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments.

We are seeking a highly experienced Head of Legal to lead The ideal candidate will possess a robust understanding of the telecoms regulatory landscape, commercial contracts, and technology law, combined with outstanding leadership skills to manage and develop a high-performing legal team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the telecoms legal practice, delivering expert advice on regulatory compliance, licensing, spectrum management, competition law, data protection, and commercial transactions.
• Provide strategic legal counsel to telecom clients and internal stakeholders on industry-specific challenges and opportunities.
• Manage and mentor a diverse team of telecoms lawyers and legal professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous development.
• Oversee recruitment, training, performance reviews, and career progression within the telecoms legal team.
• Drive innovation and efficiency in legal processes and knowledge management specific to the telecoms sector.
• Represent the firm and clients in high-stakes negotiations, regulatory proceedings, and dispute resolution related to telecoms matters.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant telecoms regulations, industry codes, and ethical standards.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Qualified solicitor or barrister with substantial experience in telecoms law at a top-tier law firm or in-house telecoms legal team.
• Deep knowledge of telecoms regulation, including licensing, spectrum, competition law, data protection, and technology agreements.
• Proven leadership and people management experience, with a track record of building, coaching, and retaining top legal talent.
• Strong commercial mindset with the ability to align legal strategy with business goals in a dynamic sector.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to operate under pressure and manage multiple complex matters simultaneously.
• Commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within the team and wider firm.

Head of Legal | VC-Backed SaaS Unicorn | London HQ

£250k p/a + equity

London

We’ve been exclusively instructed by one of Europe’s most exciting tech scale-ups (now a bona fide unicorn!) to appoint a strategic, commercially astute Head of Legal to join their high-performing executive team working closely with the C-Suite to advise on corporate matters and have oversight of the existing in-house team.

The Opportunity

This is a rare chance to step into a high-impact, board-facing role at the heart of a global tech companies growth journey. Reporting directly to the CEO, you’ll lead a small international legal team and act as a trusted advisor to the C-suite on all things corporate law, governance and strategic transactions. You’ll also lend your expertise to high-value commercial deals that are shaping the future of the business.

Why this role?

• Shape legal strategy across multiple jurisdictions in a fast-scaling, international environment.
• Work on complex corporate matters, M&A, fundraising and strategic partnerships.
• Partner with a visionary CEO and a world-class leadership team.
• Capitalise on experience rendered from a business that’s on an exciting growth journey.

My client is looking for highly motivated, top-tier in-house lawyers with a great story:

• 8–12 years’ PQE, ideally trained/qualified at a Magic Circle or White Shoe firm.
• A strong foundation in corporate law, with experience in M&A, venture capital and governance.
• 3–5 years in private practice, followed by a successful in-house trajectory within a high-growth tech, fin-tech or SaaS business.
• A proven ability to lead teams, influence at board level and thrive in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments.

I am delighted to bring to market a senior leadership role within the legal team of a large global bank. This role will be the Head of legal for the entire UK (including Crown Dominions) private banking & wealth management platform.

The role will be part of the senior management team for this part of the bank and work very closely with the entire senior leadership team.

The role has the potential to manage a reasonable sized team and has great progression opportunities in the future as well.

They are targeting this at Director rather than MD level but need significant private banking and/or wealth management experience rather than an entry level Director.

This has to be one of the most exciting jobs going in the legal market in London currently. They are investing massively in this part of the bank and have big plans for the area so it is a brilliant time to join them.

To be considered they will need to see significant, current, experience in this space. They can't consider anyone looking to transfer their skills due to the requirements of the role.

No sponsorship can be offered.

They are looking to move quickly for the right person so please share your CV ASAP to be considered

We are seeking a highly experienced Head of Legal to lead The ideal candidate will possess a robust understanding of the telecoms regulatory landscape, commercial contracts, and technology law, combined with outstanding leadership skills to manage and develop a high-performing legal team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the telecoms legal practice, delivering expert advice on regulatory compliance, licensing, spectrum management, competition law, data protection, and commercial transactions.
• Provide strategic legal counsel to telecom clients and internal stakeholders on industry-specific challenges and opportunities.
• Manage and mentor a diverse team of telecoms lawyers and legal professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous development.
• Oversee recruitment, training, performance reviews, and career progression within the telecoms legal team.
• Drive innovation and efficiency in legal processes and knowledge management specific to the telecoms sector.
• Represent the firm and clients in high-stakes negotiations, regulatory proceedings, and dispute resolution related to telecoms matters.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant telecoms regulations, industry codes, and ethical standards.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Qualified solicitor or barrister with substantial experience in telecoms law at a top-tier law firm or in-house telecoms legal team.
• Deep knowledge of telecoms regulation, including licensing, spectrum, competition law, data protection, and technology agreements.
• Proven leadership and people management experience, with a track record of building, coaching, and retaining top legal talent.
• Strong commercial mindset with the ability to align legal strategy with business goals in a dynamic sector.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to operate under pressure and manage multiple complex matters simultaneously.
• Commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within the team and wider firm.

This is an excellent Head of Legal opportunity to join a growing global investment advisory firm. You would join a small team in a fast-paced environment. You will be responsible for supporting the business on corporate transactions and reviewing a wide range of commercial contracts (including engagement letters and NDAs)

This will suit a Corporate Senior Associate in Private Practice looking for their first move in-house or a Senior Legal Counsel/Head of Legal (ideally with experience gained within a financial institution) looking for a new challenge within a dynamic environment.

If you are interested, please get in touch:

I am delighted to bring to market a senior leadership role within the legal team of a large global bank. This role will be the Head of legal for the entire UK (including Crown Dominions) private banking & wealth management platform.

The role will be part of the senior management team for this part of the bank and work very closely with the entire senior leadership team.

The role has the potential to manage a reasonable sized team and has great progression opportunities in the future as well.

They are targeting this at Director rather than MD level but need significant private banking and/or wealth management experience rather than an entry level Director.

This has to be one of the most exciting jobs going in the legal market in London currently. They are investing massively in this part of the bank and have big plans for the area so it is a brilliant time to join them.

To be considered they will need to see significant, current, experience in this space. They can't consider anyone looking to transfer their skills due to the requirements of the role.

No sponsorship can be offered.

They are looking to move quickly for the right person so please share your CV ASAP to be considered

Head of Legal (London, UK) : Our client, a prominent private equity shop with locations in the UK and the US, is seeking a seasoned legal professional to join their expanding team. The firm focuses its investments across a diverse range of industries, including business-to-business (B2B), financial services, retail, healthcare, technology, manufacturing, as well as emerging fields such as e-commerce and industrials. The successful candidate will work closely with C-level executives and play a key role in shaping and executing the firm’s legal strategy.

Compensation range : £300-400k base + bonus + carry.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the legal execution of investments, partnering closely with external counsel to structure, negotiate, and close complex transactions.
• Serve as the primary point of accountability for the firm’s compliance function, ensuring robust internal processes that align with fund terms, regulatory obligations, and industry best practices.
• Oversee the negotiation and execution of M&A transactions, corporate reorganizations, and other strategic initiatives.
• Manage general corporate legal matters, including governance, commercial contracts, and firm-wide legal projects.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with investment, finance, and operations teams to ensure legal and regulatory alignment across all aspects of the business.

Head of Legal (London, UK) : Our client, a prominent private equity shop with locations in the UK and the US, is seeking a seasoned legal professional to join their expanding team. The firm focuses its investments across a diverse range of industries, including business-to-business (B2B), financial services, retail, healthcare, technology, manufacturing, as well as emerging fields such as e-commerce and industrials. The successful candidate will work closely with C-level executives and play a key role in shaping and executing the firm’s legal strategy.

Compensation range : £300-400k base + bonus + carry.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the legal execution of investments, partnering closely with external counsel to structure, negotiate, and close complex transactions.
• Serve as the primary point of accountability for the firm’s compliance function, ensuring robust internal processes that align with fund terms, regulatory obligations, and industry best practices.
• Oversee the negotiation and execution of M&A transactions, corporate reorganizations, and other strategic initiatives.
• Manage general corporate legal matters, including governance, commercial contracts, and firm-wide legal projects.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with investment, finance, and operations teams to ensure legal and regulatory alignment across all aspects of the business.