Head of Legal - Digital Assets Business

JR United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm specializing in digital assets is looking for a Head of Legal in Kingston upon Hull. This role involves managing legal strategy and regulatory compliance, ensuring best practices in drafting commercial agreements. Candidates should have a minimum of 7 years PQE and demonstrate expertise in navigating complex legal frameworks.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years PQE in a legal role.
• Experience in regulatory strategy for digital assets.

Responsibilities

• Lead regulatory strategy and ensure compliance with global regulations.
• Draft, negotiate, and manage various commercial agreements.
• Monitor regulatory developments in the digital assets space.

Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Legal Strategy

Risk Management

Contract Negotiation

Job description

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Head of Legal - Digital Assets Business, Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire

Client:

Simmons and Hanbury

Location:

Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

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.
• Drafting, negotiating, and executing 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 further information.