Head of Legal

The Head of Legal will typically report to a General Counsel or Chief Legal Officer within the business.

This role is responsible for driving engagement of the legal team with the business, influencing strategic development of products and processes, and dealing with operational aspects of the business.

Typical Responsibilities:

• Responsible and accountable for the strategic management of all legal issues
• Establish a strong working relationship with the Group Executives key stakeholders across the business
• Conduct diligent research into legal issues and recommend revisions as needed across a range of legal documents and agreements;
• Ensure the reliable and timely execution of the company’s day-to-day legal activities;
• Anticipate and plan for all legal risks, and develop strategies to mitigate those risks
• Advise the leadership team on legal matters critical to the growth of the business;

Typical requirements:

• Extensive experience in a senior legal role in-house and/or private practice (10+ years PQE).
• Overall broad legal knowledge (corporate law, litigation, employment law etc.)
• In-depth understanding of how legal issues affect organisations
• Ability to develop legal strategy and objectives
• Well-versed in how business operate with financial acumen
• High degree of professional ethics, integrity and gravitas
• Excellent judgement and analytical skill
• First class interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to anticipate legal issues or risks and to “see around the corner
• BSc degree in Law or J.D. degree (MA or BSc in Business Administration will be considered an asset)
• Admitted to practice and hold a current unrestricted practicing certificate