Head of Legal - Digital Assets Business

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

Job summary

A leading firm specializing in digital assets is looking for a Head of Legal in Doncaster. The successful candidate will manage legal strategy, ensure compliance with regulations, and oversee the drafting of commercial agreements. This position requires strong leadership and at least 7 years of experience in a legal role.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have at least 7 years PQE.

Responsibilities

• Leading regulatory strategy and ensuring compliance with global regulations.
• Managing regulatory projects with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Drafting, negotiating, and executing commercial agreements.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Legal strategy

Commercial agreements

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Job description

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Head of Legal - Digital Assets Business, Doncaster

Client:

Simmons and Hanbury

Location:

Doncaster, 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.
• Leading the drafting, negotiation, and execution of commercial agreements, including SaaS licenses, vendor contracts, and partnership agreements.
• Collaborating with Finance, Tax, and HR teams to manage corporate structure and governance matters effectively.

Candidates must have at least 7 years PQE. Please contact [emailprotected] for more information.