Head of Legal - Commercial & Corporate (UK/Finland), Hybrid

Veolia; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company is seeking a Head of Legal to join their team. This senior position involves providing legal advice on complex matters, managing a diverse caseload, and supporting M&A activities in the UK and Finland. The ideal candidate will be a qualified Solicitor or Barrister with extensive experience in legal counsel, excellent negotiation and drafting skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. This role offers a collaborative environment and substantial autonomy.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave

Car allowance

Generous bonus scheme

Medical and dental cover

Access to company pension scheme

Employee Share scheme

Volunteering leave

Qualifications

• Extensive post-qualification experience (PQE) as in-house counsel or legal counsel.
• Experience in managing legal risks and compliance-related matters.
• Transactional experience in M&A projects is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality legal advice on complex legal matters.
• Serve as a legal business partner for operational teams.
• Support M&A activity in the UK.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Drafting skills

Managing multiple priorities

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (English law)

Job description

A leading environmental services company is seeking a Head of Legal to join their team. This senior position involves providing legal advice on complex matters, managing a diverse caseload, and supporting M&A activities in the UK and Finland. The ideal candidate will be a qualified Solicitor or Barrister with extensive experience in legal counsel, excellent negotiation and drafting skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. This role offers a collaborative environment and substantial autonomy.