Head of Legal - Digital Assets Business

JR United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A client in the digital assets field is seeking a Head of Legal based in Glasgow. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing legal strategy and compliance, managing regulatory projects, and collaborating with various internal and external stakeholders. This role demands extensive experience in legal practice, particularly within the fast-evolving area of digital assets.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of Post Qualification Experience (PQE) required.
• Experience in regulatory matters specific to digital assets.
• Strong skills in drafting and negotiating commercial agreements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee legal strategy and risk management for digital assets.
• Lead regulatory compliance and provide advice to senior leadership.
• Draft and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Contract negotiation

Education

Qualified lawyer (7 years PQE)

Job description

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Head of Legal - Digital Assets Business, Glasgow

Client: Simmons and Hanbury

Location: Glasgow, 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 oversee 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.
• Drafting, negotiating, and executing a range of commercial agreements, including SaaS licenses, 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 further information.