Job Description
The Head of Legal is a new appointment to the Company, providing expert legal guidance across all areas.
This role will collaborate closely with senior leadership colleagues to ensure legal risks are managed efficiently, while also providing proactive legal strategies to enhance operational effectiveness as a Company.
Main Responsibilities:
* Provide comprehensive leadership and legal advice on all matters relating to contracts and agreements
* Interpret and advise decisively on the legal aspects of contracts, procurement strategies and risk allocation
* Advise the Board of Directors on legal risks and opportunities that impact the company's operations and strategy
* Draft, review and negotiate complex contracts and agreements
* Oversee the company's regulatory affairs and ensure ongoing compliance with industry requirements, regulations and standards
Requirements:
* Solicitor or Barrister with significant post-qualification experience in a legal role
* Extensive knowledge of commercial law, including contract law, tort law and statutory requirements
* Able to lead on a broad range of legal issues
* Awareness of the commercial and operational aspects of working in a commercial setting
* Strong analytical and decision-making skills
* Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
About Us:
We are seeking an ambitious professional with a broad range of legal experience to join our successful organisation in a newly created post.