Exclusive Head of Legal

• Lead and build a legal function from the ground up
• Work with an innovative, fast-growing energy supplier

About Our Client

Our client is an award-winning and forward-thinking energy supplier committed to providing reliable, sustainable solutions across the UK. With a focus on growth and innovation, they offer a collaborative and dynamic work environment where legal professionals can thrive and make a real impact.

Job Description

The Head of Legal will be:

• Establishing and managing the legal function to support the company's growth.
• Providing strategic legal guidance and advice to senior management and the commercial team.
• Leading and growing a commercial team to ensure the company meets its business objectives.
• Ensuring the company complies with all relevant regulations, legislation, and contractual obligations.
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with external legal advisors, when necessary.

The Successful Applicant

The Head of Legal should be:

• A solicitor or equivalent with 8+ years' PQE in commercial or corporate law.
• Extensive experience managing a legal team, with the ability to grow and develop talent.
• Familiar with the energy sector or a related field, with the ability to provide practical and strategic legal advice.
• Strong commercial acumen and experience supporting business growth and development.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with both internal stakeholders and external partners.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary.
• 10% bonus based on individual performance.
• Hybrid working - 2 days a week in the office
• Opportunity to build and lead the legal function within a growing company.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment offering career progression and professional development.
• Excellent work-life balance and employee benefits, including generous holidays and health perks.
• An exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the business.