Deputy Head of Legal

Pratap Executive; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

25 days holiday plus birthday leave

EV car leasing

Health cash plan

Lifestyle discounts

Job summary

A pioneering clean energy company is seeking a Deputy Head of Legal to lead its legal functions and negotiate complex commercial contracts. This role involves overseeing legal operations, coaching teams, and impacting the transition to a net zero future. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in corporate law and a strong leadership style.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a legal function in a tech business.
• Ability to build strong relationships with colleagues and advisers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the negotiation of complex commercial contracts.
• Oversee legal input across various functions.
• Coach and manage an in-house legal team.

Skills

8+ years' post-qualification experience in commercial and corporate law

Strong in-house exposure

Negotiating high-value international agreements

Confident leadership style

Strategic thinking

Adaptability in a scaling environment

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Pratap Executive

A high-impact legal leadership opportunity at the heart of clean energy innovation - ITM Power is helping to reshape the energy system for a net zero future.

As a pioneer in green hydrogen, ITM Power designs and manufactures cutting-edge electrolysis technology that enables decarbonisation across industry and infrastructure. With global demand accelerating, we’re growing our senior team and seeking a confident, commercially driven lawyer to join us as Deputy Head of Legal.

The Role

This is a rare opportunity to help lead and shape the legal function of an AIM-listed, international technology business. Reporting to the General Counsel, you’ll be a senior advisor across ITM Power-driving quality, consistency, and commercial acumen within legal operations.

You will:

• Lead the negotiation of complex commercial contracts with global clients and partners
• Oversee legal input across sales, procurement, corporate, dispute resolution, compliance and governance matters
• Coach and manage a talented in-house team
• Build risk-aware, future-ready legal processes
• Represent the legal function with authority and integrity at a senior level
• Build strong, trust-based relationships with colleagues and external advisers
• Act as a true business partner - pragmatic, solution-focused, and commercially minded

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a qualified solicitor with:

• 8+ years' post-qualification experience in commercial and corporate law
• Strong in-house exposure or demonstrable commercial mindset
• Experience of negotiating high-value international agreements
• A confident leadership style and interest in team development
• Strategic thinking and adaptability in a scaling environment

This is a role for a legal leader who brings energy, resilience, and clarity to fast-paced, high-growth environments.

Why Join ITM Power?

• Impact: Contribute to the clean energy transition at a globally recognised innovator
• Leadership: Shape the legal strategy and culture of a growing, values-led business
• Collaboration: Work alongside expert colleagues in a purpose-driven organisation
• Opportunity: Work on major international projects in a rapidly scaling business
• Reward: Competitive salary and benefits, including pension, 25 days holiday plus birthday leave, BAYE share scheme, EV car leasing, health cash plan, lifestyle discounts, and more

Apply Now

This retained search is being led by Pratap Executive. For a confidential discussion, please contact Emma Panariello - [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Manufacturing, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Services for Renewable Energy

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