1,230 Head Of Legal jobs in the United Kingdom

Permanent full time opportunity in a growing technology business for the Head of Corporate Legal Affairs based in London.

You will set up and improve legal compliance strategically advise senior leaders operating with in a robust legal governance framework. Including:

• Leading legal risk management
• Compliance for the UK and international locations
• Management of external litigation
• Merges and acquisition and divestments
• Legal contract review
• Develop , implement and maintain policies plus so much more

For this role you will need a law degree with a post graduate qualification and 10 years plus of legal experience. You must have previous technology sector experience and familiarity with international legal frameworks and hands on M&A experience. Ideally you will have set up an international group legal function and thrive in a fast paced enviroment.

This role offer a salary range of £130,000 -150,000 plus bonus of 15% and include travel to the international sites.

Permanent full time opportunity in a growing technology business for the Head of Corporate Legal Affairs based in London.

You will set up and improve legal compliance strategically advise senior leaders operating with in a robust legal governance framework. Including:

• Leading legal risk management
• Compliance for the UK and international locations
• Management of external litigation
• Merges and acquisition and divestments
• Legal contract review
• Develop , implement and maintain policies plus so much more

For this role you will need a law degree with a post graduate qualification and 10 years plus of legal experience. You must have previous technology sector experience and familiarity with international legal frameworks and hands on M&A experience. Ideally you will have set up an international group legal function and thrive in a fast paced enviroment.

This role offer a salary range of £130,000 -150,000 plus bonus of 15% and include travel to the international sites.

Head of Legal, IP & Marketing

A Brands Business

This leading consumer business is the creator of a collection of consumable brands synonymous with tradition and heritage as well as being renown for innovation, craftsmanship and quality.

The Opportunity

A unique opportunity now exists for an experienced IP and Marketing lawyer to join as Head of Legal for these areas. Reporting to the Legal Director, you will play a key role in managing IP and Marketing matters from a legal perspective for the business, working closely with the CMO and leading on marketing initiatives. This will incorporate digital and AI matters, especially as AI continues to evolve for the business. You will also manage the IP portfolio, leading on the anti-counterfeiting agenda and the protection of brands and IP assets.

This is an exciting opportunity for an IP lawyer to join a luxury consumer brands business in a key role for the EMEA legal team.

About You

The position will best suit an experienced IP lawyer with marketing and strong brands experience. Extensive experience working closely with consumer, retail, FMCG or luxury brands is key, ideally from an in-house perspective. Any digital, data privacy and AI experience will also be very useful. The ability to manage a small team is also essential, as is the ability to establish highly effective working relationships across a global business.

The position will suit an individual who enjoys developing relationships, solving problems and working with brands.

Location: London Harley Street

On site

Part-Time: 3 days per week

About the Company:

J D Healthcare is a leading provider in the fertility sector, including the London Womens Clinic, London Egg Bank, London Sperm Bank and Kind IVF. With clinics across England and Wales, the group helps thousands of patients every year to pursue their dreams of starting a family.

About the role:

We are seeking an experienced commercial lawyer to be our first in-house Legal Counsel hire. The role is being created to oversee our legal operations and manage legal risks effectively. The ideal candidate will have a broad range of experience in commercial law, including property and employment matters, and will play a critical role in safeguarding our organization's legal and ethical integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal guidance to the board and senior management
• Manage relationships with our external legal services providers
• Support our brands and clinics on all legal matters

Commercial:

• Draft contracts and terms and conditions for our services provided to our patients
• Review and negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers, partners, and service providers

Property:

• provide support to the Strategy director and property team re: leases and property purchases

Transactions:

• advising on any potential acquisition and co-ordinating any legal due diligence procedures

Employment law:

• provide legal support to the HR team including with employment contracts and for employment disputes

Insurance:

co-ordination with providers, ensuring adequate coverage for the business, and managing any claims processes

Medical:

supporting our Chief Medical Director and Director of Compliance to ensure compliance with UK fertility laws and regulations

Finance:

• support with any loan facilities and support with FCA regulations

Qualifications & Skills:

• Qualified solicitor in the UK with a valid practising certificate.
• Proven experience in commercial law, with significant expertise in property and employment law.
• Experience in the healthcare sector is advantageous.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• High ethical standards and professionalism.

Benefits:

• 24 days’ Annual Leave plus public Bank Holidays (based on full time 40-hour week)
• Life Assurance
• Childcare vouchers
• Learning opportunities
• Pension plan

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We at London Women's Clinic are an Equal Opportunities employer and recognise the value of a Diverse Organisation. London Women's Clinic appreciates all job applications. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role.

Additional Information

• As part of our standard recruitment process this role will require a disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.
• We will request two professional references from candidates.
• All candidates who progress to the final stages of the recruitment process will be required to provide evidence of their right to work in the UK. This may include but is not limited to passport, VISA or residency documentation.

Salary: £100,000-£125,000 pro-rota

Recognised as a Great Place to Work, ITRS is an Enterprise SaaS provider with industry-leading solutions. Our prestigious customer base includes 90% of the world's top investment banks. We are backed by leading private equity investors and are rapidly growing.

Our headquarters are in Shoreditch - London's tech hub – with offices in other UK and global locations from the Netherlands to Manila, NYC and Boston. We pride ourselves on a diverse, friendly, dynamic culture - with a focus on internal promotion and developing our people.

Reporting to our Group Financial Officer, we are looking for a Head of Legal to join our London office on part-time 3 days per week, 1 year fixed term basis, focusing on managing the team and partnering with finance and sales on commercial contract negotiations.

• Be a trusted adviser and partner, dealing with all legal aspects of the business and providing guidance and counsel for accomplishing ITRS’ overall goals.
• Manage the legal function by providing a vision and goals aligned to ITRS OKR's; by providing support, oversight and empowerment of the Senior Legal Counsel, by working with external legal and other advisers to ensure that the ITRS receives the best possible advice.
• Support sales and procurement function by managing ITRS suite of templates, legal agreements (including software licencing, partnerships and managed services agreements) and by negotiating contracts and schedules with ITRS’s customers, partners and suppliers.
• Support the business on all legal matters, as point of escalation for all legal issues arising across the ITRS; by assisting with compliance and risk mitigation, by working with external counsel across the jurisdictions ITRS group operates.
• Work with the finance team by assisting with pension, insurance, company secretarial, business licences queries, compliance and risk mitigation.
• Provide oversight of ITRS company secretarial function by working with the providers of company secretarial services to ensure the group companies remain compliant with local laws and regulations.

Requirements

To be successful we are looking for the following experience and attributes:

• Qualified solicitor with at least 8 years PQE and proven experience in general commercial law.  Experience of software/technology and the financial services industry would be an advantage.
• Experience managing a legal team
• Analyse information of a written, verbal and technical nature, probe for further information and create workable solutions to problems.
• Track record drafting and negotiating a broad range of commercial agreements (including software licencing, maintenance and distribution) and bespoke commercial contracts
• Commercial awareness and the ability to apply commercial judgment
• Confident in assessing situations, operating autonomously and taking decisions
• Flexibility to react quickly, reschedule and prioritise workload
• Track record in relationship and network building, including helping others, working within and contributing towards effective teams

Benefits

• Health Insurance and Dental Health Cover for you and your dependants
• Pension
• Flexible Hybrid Working
• Enhanced Parental Leave
• Travel Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection
• Referral Bonus
• Buy and Sell Holiday
• Training Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Programme

ITRS is an Equal Opportunity employer and Inclusion is part of our everyday life. We celebrate diversity and pride ourselves on providing an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves and have a voice, allowing everyone to contribute equally. We remain committed to advocating inclusion, diversity, and equality into our ITRS family as we grow and enrich our business.

We welcome applications from everyone in the community as we recognise that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.

• Provide comprehensive legal advice to the business on corporate law, commercial contracts, and regulatory compliance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of legal documents, including commercial agreements, service agreements, NDAs, and leases.
• Advise on corporate governance matters, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and best practices.
• Support business development and transactional activities, including mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on various issues affecting the company.
• Manage and oversee litigation and dispute resolution matters.
• Develop and implement internal policies and procedures to mitigate legal risks.
• Liaise with external counsel and regulatory bodies as required.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of legal matters to senior management.
• Stay current with changes in relevant legislation and advise the business accordingly.
• Manage intellectual property portfolios and trademark registrations.
• Provide training to staff on legal and compliance matters.

• Law degree and qualification as a solicitor or barrister in the UK (practicing certificate required).
• Minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience in corporate law, gained either in private practice or in-house.
• Strong expertise in contract drafting, negotiation, and commercial law.
• Solid understanding of corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience with transactional work (M&A, joint ventures) is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to provide clear and concise legal advice.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work environment.
• Proactive and commercially astute approach to legal practice.

• Providing expert legal advice on corporate transactions, including M&A, joint ventures, and corporate restructuring.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide variety of commercial agreements and contracts.
• Advising on corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory matters.
• Conducting legal due diligence for corporate transactions.
• Managing a portfolio of corporate clients, acting as their trusted legal advisor.
• Staying current with relevant legislation and legal developments.
• Collaborating with internal teams and external counsel to achieve client objectives.
• Assisting with dispute resolution and litigation matters where appropriate.
• Contributing to the firm's business development initiatives and client relationship management.
• Mentoring junior lawyers and providing legal training where necessary.

• Provide expert legal advice and counsel on corporate and commercial matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate various legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and policies.
• Advise on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and company secretarial duties.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions from a legal perspective.
• Conduct legal research and provide analysis on relevant laws and regulations.
• Manage and resolve legal disputes and litigation.
• Liaise with external counsel and regulatory bodies as required.
• Ensure the company's compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Assist in the development and implementation of legal department policies and procedures.
• Contribute to risk management strategies and advise on potential legal liabilities.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legal developments affecting the company.

• Qualified Solicitor (or equivalent) with a valid practicing certificate in the UK.
• Minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience in corporate law, preferably within a law firm or in-house legal department.
• Demonstrated experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Strong knowledge of company law, corporate governance, and compliance.
• Experience with M&A transactions is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and research skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal issues clearly.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively.
• Proficiency in legal research databases and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team in a hybrid environment.