Head of Legal

TN United Kingdom; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Legal to lead legal operations for a high-profile infrastructure project. This role involves developing legal strategies, managing internal and external legal advisers, and ensuring compliance with policies. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of post-qualification experience as a qualified lawyer in the UK or a Common Law jurisdiction. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with the General Counsel and contribute to mitigating legal and commercial risks in a dynamic environment. If you are looking to make a significant impact in a pivotal role, this position is for you.

Qualifications

• Qualified Lawyer with 8+ years of post-qualification experience.
• Strong technical and management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver legal strategies and manage legal operations.
• Draft and review legal agreements and provide regulatory advice.

Skills

Commercial Contracts

Construction Law

Employment Law

Regulatory Compliance

Dispute Management

Education

Qualified Lawyer in UK/Common Law

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• Head of Legal - High profile infrastructure project - Milton Keynes/Hybrid
• Reporting into GC, managing day-to-day running of legal operations

About Our Client

Our Client is the owner operator of a key piece of UK Transport infrastructure.

Job Description

In collaboration with the General Counsel, you will:

1. Develop and deliver the legal internal and external strategy.
2. Manage internal and external legal advisers and act as primary gatekeeper of legal services, interpreting business needs and leading legal team activities including training, governance, good decision making, and processes.
3. Draft, review, or supervise the preparation of legal agreements and contracts related to the Company and its activities. Provide comprehensive, accurate, timely, and cost-effective legal and regulatory advice and services, including:

• Commercial, construction, and infrastructure matters, especially negotiating and drafting procurement contracts.
• Employment law and overseeing FOI and data protection matters by relevant team members.
• General advice on regulatory matters, organisational governance, compliance, dispute avoidance/management, and litigation.

You will also:

1. Collaborate with the General Counsel, Executive Committee, and colleagues across the business to mitigate legal and commercial project risks.
2. Manage and support direct reports, including coaching, developing team members, driving growth, operational excellence, and ensuring compliance with policies. Review monthly spend to maximize value and minimize unnecessary expenses.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate will be a qualified Lawyer in the UK or another Common Law jurisdiction, with at least 8 years of Post Qualification experience, demonstrating strong technical and management capabilities.

• Experience in an in-house environment or closely working with in-house legal teams.
• Experience advising on commercial and construction contracts.

Nice to Have

Additional desirable qualifications or experiences can be discussed during the application process.

What's on Offer

Details about the package will be provided upon application.