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Head of Legal, UK

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Digital Science

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last date

29 May 2026

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Location/Place/Mode

UK (Home based)

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Eligibility

Current UK practising certificate, 15+ years PQE, 5+ years in-house experience (ideally SaaS/tech), private practice training at a leading law firm.

Opportunity

Title: Head of Legal, UK
Category: Jobs
Organiser: Digital Science
Description: Digital Science is seeking a senior legal professional to join its global legal team. Working alongside the General Counsel, the successful candidate will handle a broad remit of commercial, IT, and IP matters. Key responsibilities include drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts (SaaS and data licenses), advising on data privacy regulations, supporting M&A integrations, and supervising junior team members. The role is remote-based within the UK.
Eligibility: Applicants must hold a current UK practising certificate with 15+ years of Post-Qualification Experience (PQE). Requirements include at least 5+ years of in-house experience, preferably in a growth SaaS or technology environment, and prior training at a leading private practice law firm.
Deadline: 29 May 2026
Location: UK (Home based)
Fees: None
Application Link: Not specified
Contact Information: Not specified