Head of Legal - Digital Assets Business

JR United Kingdom; Bedford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable FCA Regulated firm specializing in digital assets is seeking a Head of Legal to manage its legal strategy and risk management. This high-level position involves leading regulatory compliance, negotiating commercial contracts, and collaborating with various teams to ensure optimal governance. Candidates must have significant experience, particularly in the digital assets sector.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years PQE in a relevant legal position.
• Experience in the digital assets space is preferred.
• Ability to lead regulatory strategy and compliance initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead regulatory strategy and ensure compliance with global regulations.
• Manage regulatory projects with internal and external stakeholders.
• Draft and negotiate commercial agreements, including SaaS licenses.

Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Legal Strategy

Risk Management

Negotiation

Job description

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Head of Legal - Digital Assets Business, Bedford

Client:

Simmons and Hanbury

Location:

Bedford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

My client, an FCA Regulated firm specialising in digital assets, is looking for a Head of Legal to manage the overall legal strategy and risk management of the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading regulatory strategy and ensuring compliance with existing and emerging global regulations, providing strategic advice to senior leadership.
• Managing and coordinating regulatory projects with internal teams (e.g., Compliance and Business) and external stakeholders (e.g., counsel and regulatory bodies).
• Monitoring regulatory developments in the digital assets space and assessing their impact on the business in the UK and overseas jurisdictions.
• Leading the drafting, negotiation, and execution of commercial agreements, including SaaS license agreements, vendor contracts, and partnership agreements.
• Collaborating with Finance, Tax, and HR teams to ensure optimal management of corporate structure and governance matters.

Candidates must have at least 7 years PQE. Please reach out at [emailprotected] for further information.