Head of Legal – Regulatory/Commercial (12-Month FTC)
Location: London (hybrid)
Salary: £110,000–£120,000 + bonus + benefits
Contract: 12-month fixed term (maternity cover)
Start: ASAP
About the Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a senior legal professional to step into a strategic leadership role within a fast-growing, international technology-led business operating across Europe.
This organisation partners with multiple providers across a complex, highly regulated industry and is focused on expanding its footprint across key European markets. With a strong commitment to innovation, sustainability, and customer experience, the business is entering a significant phase of growth – making this a particularly impactful time to join.
The Role
Reporting to the Deputy General Counsel, you will lead on legal strategy for European markets, operating at the intersection of regulation, commercial strategy, and international expansion.
You will play a critical role in enabling growth by translating complex regulatory frameworks into clear, pragmatic guidance that supports market entry, product development, and commercial outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and execution of regulatory and competition strategy across European markets
- Support expansion into new territories, ensuring compliance with evolving local and EU frameworks
- Act as a senior escalation point on complex, high-value commercial contract negotiations
- Partner closely with commercial, product, and public affairs teams on strategic initiatives
- Provide risk-based, commercially focused legal advice to senior stakeholders
- Lead and develop a team of three direct reports, fostering a high-performing and collaborative culture
- Drive improvements in legal processes, including the adoption of legal technology and AI tools
About You
- Approximately 10+ years’ PQE with strong exposure to EU regulatory and compliance matters
- Experience operating within complex, fast-paced or highly regulated industries
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance risk against growth and opportunity
- Track record of supporting sophisticated commercial negotiations
- Comfortable operating in ambiguity and influencing strategic decision-making
- Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills
- Collaborative, pragmatic, and solutions-focused approach
Additional Information
- Hybrid working model (3 days per week in the office, central London)
- Immediate start preferred (or short notice)
- Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and influence European growth strategy
- Managing a small team (3 Lawyers)
- Broad, high-impact role with exposure to multiple jurisdictions and business functions