Head of Legal - Digital Assets Business

JR United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent FCA regulated firm in Cambridge is seeking a Head of Legal focused on digital assets. The successful candidate will oversee legal strategy, compliance with regulations, and risk management, offering strategic advice to senior leadership. This role requires at least 7 years of PQE, demonstrating an ability to manage complex legal agreements and collaborate with various departments.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years PQE in legal practice.
• Experience in regulatory compliance with digital assets.
• Proficient in drafting and negotiating legal agreements.

Responsibilities

• Lead regulatory strategy and compliance for the organization.
• Manage regulatory projects and collaborate with internal teams.
• Draft and negotiate commercial agreements including SaaS licenses.

Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Legal Strategy

Risk Management

Education

Qualified Solicitor (7 years PQE)

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Head of Legal - Digital Assets Business, Cambridge

Client:

Simmons and Hanbury

Location:

Cambridge

Job Category:

Other

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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.
• 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 contact [emailprotected] for more information.