As the Head of Legal you will assume a critical leadership position within our organization, overseeing all legal matters across multiple jurisdictions. This role demands a seasoned legal professional with a comprehensive understanding of international laws and regulations, particularly within Europe. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, you will provide strategic legal guidance to support the company's operations, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and industry standards.
Responsibilities:
Lead and manage the legal function for Europe, including supervising an in-house team of legal professionals and external counsel as necessary. Demonstrate a self-starter mindset by proactively identifying legal challenges and opportunities, providing innovative solutions with minimal oversight. Leverage commercial acumen to align legal strategies with business goals, ensuring practical and actionable outcomes that drive growth. Foster collaboration as a team player, building strong cross-functional relationships and mentoring team members to achieve shared objectives. Provide strategic legal advice and support to senior management and business units on a broad range of matters, including commercial transactions, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, employment law, and litigation. Lead the negotiation, drafting, and review of various legal agreements and documents, including contracts, licenses, and corporate governance documents. Monitor changes in laws and regulations affecting the company's operations in Europe, assess their impact, and implement necessary compliance measures. Collaborate with shared service functions, including Finance, Human Resources, and Operations, to address legal issues and support business objectives. Proactively manage risk, and resolve disputes, claims, and litigation matters in coordination with external counsel and stakeholders. Develop and implement policies, procedures, and training programs to promote legal compliance and mitigate risk across the organization. Represent the company in dealings with government authorities, regulatory agencies, and other external stakeholders as necessary. Qualifications:
Qualified lawyer with significant experience practicing law in Europe, preferably with a focus on corporate/commercial law, and ideally with experience in both private practice and in-house roles. Proven leadership experience, including managing legal teams and providing strategic direction in a multinational environment. Deep understanding of European legal and regulatory frameworks, including but not limited to corporate governance, data privacy, competition law, and employment regulations. Strong negotiation, drafting, and analytical skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders. Experience advising senior management and business units on legal matters, demonstrating sound judgment and business acumen. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate across diverse teams and cultures. Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical standards. Fluency in English is required; proficiency in additional languages spoken in Europe is desirable. A law degree from a recognized university or equivalent legal qualification. Admission to the bar in at least one jurisdiction within Europe is essential. Additional certifications or post-graduate qualifications in relevant legal areas are a plus.
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Lead and manage the legal function for Europe, including supervising an in-house team of legal professionals and external counsel as necessary. Demonstrate a self-starter mindset by proactively identifying legal challenges and opportunities, providing innovative solutions with minimal oversight. Leverage commercial acumen to align legal strategies with business goals, ensuring practical and actionable outcomes that drive growth. Foster collaboration as a team player, building strong cross-functional relationships and mentoring team members to achieve shared objectives. Provide strategic legal advice and support to senior management and business units on a broad range of matters, including commercial transactions, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, employment law, and litigation. Lead the negotiation, drafting, and review of various legal agreements and documents, including contracts, licenses, and corporate governance documents. Monitor changes in laws and regulations affecting the company's operations in Europe, assess their impact, and implement necessary compliance measures. Collaborate with shared service functions, including Finance, Human Resources, and Operations, to address legal issues and support business objectives. Proactively manage risk, and resolve disputes, claims, and litigation matters in coordination with external counsel and stakeholders. Develop and implement policies, procedures, and training programs to promote legal compliance and mitigate risk across the organization. Represent the company in dealings with government authorities, regulatory agencies, and other external stakeholders as necessary. Qualifications:
Qualified lawyer with significant experience practicing law in Europe, preferably with a focus on corporate/commercial law, and ideally with experience in both private practice and in-house roles. Proven leadership experience, including managing legal teams and providing strategic direction in a multinational environment. Deep understanding of European legal and regulatory frameworks, including but not limited to corporate governance, data privacy, competition law, and employment regulations. Strong negotiation, drafting, and analytical skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders. Experience advising senior management and business units on legal matters, demonstrating sound judgment and business acumen. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate across diverse teams and cultures. Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical standards. Fluency in English is required; proficiency in additional languages spoken in Europe is desirable. A law degree from a recognized university or equivalent legal qualification. Admission to the bar in at least one jurisdiction within Europe is essential. Additional certifications or post-graduate qualifications in relevant legal areas are a plus.
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