Head of Legal - Digital Assets Business

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

Job summary

A leading digital assets firm in Lincoln seeks a Head of Legal to shape legal strategy and manage compliance and risk. This role involves collaboration across departments and ensuring alignment with emerging regulations. Strong expertise is required, with at least 7 years PQE in a related field.

Qualifications

• 7 years PQE in a legal role.
• Experience in digital assets and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead regulatory strategy and compliance with global regulations.
• Manage regulatory projects and coordinate with internal teams.
• Draft and negotiate commercial agreements.

Skills

Regulatory strategy

Compliance

Risk management

Negotiation

Job description

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Head of Legal - Digital Assets Business, Lincoln

Client:

Simmons and Hanbury

Location:

Lincoln, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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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 (Compliance, Business) and external stakeholders (counsel, 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 licenses, vendor contracts, and partnerships.
• 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.