Head of Legal - Digital Assets Business

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

Job summary

A leading firm in the digital assets space is seeking a Head of Legal to manage their legal strategy and regulatory compliance in Swindon. The role involves overseeing complex regulatory projects, engaging with internal teams, and ensuring adherence to global regulations. Ideal candidates should possess extensive PQE and experience in the sector, providing a strategic intermediary between legal frameworks and business objectives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years Post-Qualification Experience (PQE) in legal practice.
• Experience in the digital assets or financial services sector is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee legal strategy and risk management for the organisation.
• Lead regulatory strategy and ensure compliance with global regulations.
• Draft and negotiate commercial agreements including SaaS licenses.

Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Management

Legal Strategy

Contract Negotiation

Job description

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Head of Legal - Digital Assets Business, Swindon, Wiltshire

Client:

Simmons and Hanbury

Location:

Swindon, Wiltshire, 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 (Compliance and Business) and external stakeholders (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 on drafting, negotiation, and execution of commercial agreements, including SaaS licenses, vendor contracts, and partnership agreements.
• Collaborating with Finance, Tax, and HR teams to ensure optimal corporate structure and governance.

Candidates must have at least 7 years of PQE. Please reach out at [emailprotected] for further information.