Head of Legal

Mpb Europe Limited; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the photography equipment sector is seeking a Head of Legal to oversee its global legal function from its Brighton headquarters. This role involves providing strategic legal support, managing a developing legal team, and ensuring compliance across various jurisdictions. The ideal candidate will possess a solutions-oriented mindset and significant experience in corporate law, particularly in international contexts.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

One wellbeing day off per year

5% employer contributory pension scheme

Private healthcare

Access to Employee Assistance Program

Vibrant social calendar

Dog-friendly workplace

Learning Lab with access to free courses

Two volunteer days per year

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience in corporate and commercial law.
• Experience supporting international operations.
• Strong knowledge of UK, EU, and US legal frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Advising the Executive Team on strategic legal issues.
• Leading the legal function and managing Legal Counsel.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder Engagement

Risk Management

Education

Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales

Job description

Head of Legal
Location: Brighton (2 days per week in office, 3 days working from home)
Department: Finance
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer
Direct reports: Legal Counsel
Position type: Full time, Permanent

MPB is seeking a Head of Legal to lead its global legal function from our Brighton headquarters. This strategic role involves providing both day-to-day and overarching legal support to facilitate sustainable growth. The successful candidate will balance commercial pragmatism with legal compliance, guiding the business through risks, regulations, and opportunities.

Reporting to the CFO, you will lead a developing legal team, including a newly qualified legal counsel, and shape legal frameworks that support our expanding international operations across the UK, US, and EU. Key areas include data protection, consumer law, employment law, commercial contracts, corporate governance, and M&A activities.

What You Will Be Doing:

1. Advising the Executive Team and Board on strategic legal issues
2. Leading the legal function, including managing and mentoring Legal Counsel
3. Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts
4. Ensuring legal compliance across all jurisdictions, with a focus on data protection, consumer law, and employment law
5. Managing external counsel relationships and budgets
6. Developing scalable workflows to manage legal tasks efficiently
7. Promoting a culture of compliance and risk awareness through training and internal communication

Who We Are Looking For:

1. A pragmatic and commercially minded solicitor with a solutions-oriented approach
2. Thrives in fast-paced environments and can translate complex legal issues into accessible advice
3. Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales with a valid practising certificate
4. Significant post-qualification experience in corporate and commercial law, including both private practice and in-house roles
5. Experience supporting international operations
6. Strong knowledge of UK, EU, and US legal frameworks, especially in eCommerce and consumer regulation
7. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
8. Experience managing legal teams
9. Ability to manage risk with commercial sensitivity

Our Values, Applied:

• Better, Connected: Collaboration and diversity
• Empowering and Empowered: Ownership and initiative
• Insight-driven: Data and reflection
• Agents of Change: Innovation and sustainability
• Focused on Excellence: High standards and smart work
• Passionately Ambitious: Creativity and continuous improvement

About MPB

MPB is the largest global platform for used photography and videography equipment, transforming how people buy, sell, and trade kit. We serve a diverse community of visual storytellers worldwide.

We value inclusivity and are committed to fostering a diverse workforce, reflecting the community we serve. MPB is an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming applications regardless of family makeup, race, sexuality, religion, gender identity, disability, or age. Every employee has the opportunity to make an impact and grow.

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• One wellbeing day off per year
• 5% employer contributory pension scheme
• Private healthcare
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and employee discounts
• Vibrant social calendar
• Dog-friendly workplace
• Learning Lab with access to thousands of free courses for personal and professional development
• Two volunteer days per year for charity work aligned with MPB values