Head of Legal - Digital Assets Business

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in the digital assets sector is seeking a Head of Legal based in Preston, Lancashire. The role requires overseeing legal strategy, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing key legal projects. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 7 years PQE, with a focus on digital assets and regulatory matters.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years PQE in legal practice, specifically in regulatory matters.
• Experience in the digital assets space and familiarity with FCA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead regulatory strategy and ensure compliance with global regulations.
• Manage and coordinate regulatory projects with internal and external teams.
• Draft and negotiate commercial agreements, including SaaS licenses.

Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Contract Negotiation

Risk Management

Strategic Advisory

Job description

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Head of Legal - Digital Assets Business, Preston, Lancashire

Client:

Simmons and Hanbury

Location:

Preston, Lancashire, 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 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 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 reach out at [emailprotected] for further information.