Global Head of Legal - Tech Scale-Up (Hybrid)

Hydrogen Group; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-growth global technology company in the UK is seeking an experienced commercial/corporate lawyer to lead its legal function. This pivotal role involves drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, managing a legal team, and providing strategic guidance to senior leadership. Ideal candidates will have at least 8 years' PQE and experience in tech, SaaS, or financial services environments. This role offers hybrid working with three days in the office.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years' PQE as a solicitor is required.
• Background in an in-house legal role is essential.
• Experience with complex commercial and software agreements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the global legal function and shape the legal strategy.
• Draft and negotiate commercial/IT contracts and manage legal matters.
• Grow a legal team and contribute to the organisational strategy.

Skills

Qualified solicitor

Commercial contracts experience

Experience in tech, SaaS, financial services

Drafting complex agreements

Managing a legal team

Job description

A high-growth global technology company in the UK is seeking an experienced commercial/corporate lawyer to lead its legal function. This pivotal role involves drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, managing a legal team, and providing strategic guidance to senior leadership. Ideal candidates will have at least 8 years' PQE and experience in tech, SaaS, or financial services environments. This role offers hybrid working with three days in the office.