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Head of Legal

London

Permanent

Legal

FMCG

£120,000.00 - £120,000.00Year


HEAD OF LEGAL


Location: North West London (5 days a week in office)


Salary: From £120,000


Duration: 18-month fixed-term contract with the potential for permanent employment


Are you ready to take the next step in your legal career? Our client, a leading player in the wholesale industry, is on the lookout for a dynamic Head of Legal to become a vital part of their London team.


What You'll Do:


  • Lead a talented legal team, driving excellence in legal matters across the organisation.
  • Provide strategic legal advice and briefings to the senior leadership team and board.
  • Coordinate, negotiate, and review commercial contracts, including supplier and partnership agreements.
  • Advise on mergers, acquisitions, and strategic transactions to support business growth.
  • Keep your finger on the pulse by monitoring legal and regulatory changes that impact the company.


Experienced required:


  • A qualification as a solicitor or barrister in England & Wales (minimum 6 years PQE).
  • Significant post-qualification experience leading legal teams, ideally within the wholesale, retail, or FMCG sectors.
  • Strong commercial acumen and the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders.
  • A proactive attitude and a passion for delivering high-quality legal solutions.

Benefits:


  • Comprehensive health insurance for you and your partner
  • A supportive work environment that values professional development and growth.
  • Opportunities to make a real impact within a leading organisation.

If you're excited about this opportunity and believe you can make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.


Interested in the In-House Legal Market?


If you're curious about other opportunities in the in-house legal sector, don't hesitate to reach out directly.


Keywords: In-house, London, General Counsel, Permanent, FMCG, Contracts, Legal In-house, Legal, Commercial Contracts, Company Secretary

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Head of Legal

LHH

7 days ago

£120,000.00 - £120,000.00Year

Permanent

Legal

FMCG

London


HEAD OF LEGAL


Location: North West London (5 days a week in office)


Salary: From £120,000


Duration: 18-month fixed-term contract with the potential for permanent employment


Are you ready to take the next step in your legal career? Our client, a leading player in the wholesale industry, is on the lookout for a dynamic Head of Legal to become a vital part of their London team.


What You'll Do:


  • Lead a talented legal team, driving excellence in legal matters across the organisation.
  • Provide strategic legal advice and briefings to the senior leadership team and board.
  • Coordinate, negotiate, and review commercial contracts, including supplier and partnership agreements.
  • Advise on mergers, acquisitions, and strategic transactions to support business growth.
  • Keep your finger on the pulse by monitoring legal and regulatory changes that impact the company.


Experienced required:


  • A qualification as a solicitor or barrister in England & Wales (minimum 6 years PQE).
  • Significant post-qualification experience leading legal teams, ideally within the wholesale, retail, or FMCG sectors.
  • Strong commercial acumen and the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders.
  • A proactive attitude and a passion for delivering high-quality legal solutions.

Benefits:


  • Comprehensive health insurance for you and your partner
  • A supportive work environment that values professional development and growth.
  • Opportunities to make a real impact within a leading organisation.

If you're excited about this opportunity and believe you can make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.


Interested in the In-House Legal Market?


If you're curious about other opportunities in the in-house legal sector, don't hesitate to reach out directly.


Keywords: In-house, London, General Counsel, Permanent, FMCG, Contracts, Legal In-house, Legal, Commercial Contracts, Company Secretary

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