Head of Legal

Scrunch; Ashburn (VA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Scrunch, a venture-backed startup focused on AI-driven marketing, is seeking a strategic Head of Legal to build and lead its legal function in Ashburn, VA with hybrid options. The role will oversee commercial contracting (SaaS, NDAs, DPAs), regulatory compliance (GDPR, CCPA), corporate governance and fundraising support.

As the company’s sole internal counsel, you will balance high-level strategy with hands-on execution, advise executive leadership, and foster scalable processes as Scrunch

Qualifications

• 8-12+ years of legal experience, including mix of law firm and in-house roles at high-growth tech/SaaS companies.
• JD degree and admission to practice in a relevant jurisdiction.
• Experience with SaaS products, data privacy and tech contracts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee commercial contracting (SaaS, NDAs, DPAs).
• Lead regulatory compliance (GDPR, CCPA).
• Manage corporate governance and fundraising support.
• Provide employment law guidance and risk assessment.
• Serve as the company’s sole internal counsel, balancing strategy with hands-on execution.

Skills

Legal strategy

Contract negotiation

Regulatory compliance

SaaS experience

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

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jobs Verified: 9 May 2026 Ashburn, VA (Remote/Hybrid options in select US states)

Head of Legal

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Ashburn, VA (Remote/Hybrid options in select US states)

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8-12+ years of legal experience (law firm and in-house), JD degree, admitted to practice, tech/SaaS background.

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Full Opportunity Brief

Title: Head of Legal
Category: Jobs
Organiser: Scrunch
Description: Scrunch, a venture-backed startup focused on AI-driven marketing, is seeking a strategic and business-savvy Head of Legal to build and lead its legal function. The successful candidate will manage commercial contracting (SaaS, NDAs, DPAs), regulatory compliance (GDPR, CCPA), corporate governance, fundraising support, and employment law. This is a foundational role as the company's sole internal counsel, requiring a balance of high-level strategy and hands-on execution.
Eligibility: Applicants must have 8-12+ years of legal experience, including a mix of law firm and in-house roles at high-growth technology or SaaS companies. A Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent and admission to practice in a relevant jurisdiction are required.
Deadline: Not specified
Location: Ashburn, VA (Applicants must reside in AZ, CA, CO, FL, IL, IN, MA, MD, MO, MN, NH, NJ, NY, OH, TX, or UT. Hybrid 3x/week in-office for NY-based roles).
Fees: None
Application Link: Not specified
Contact Information: Not specified