Job Description
A bit about the team and what you’ll deliver...
We are seeking an exceptional Head of Legal to build and lead Trustonic’s global legal and compliance capability at a pivotal stage of growth. This is a mission-critical role, reporting directly to the CFO and working closely with the CEO, Leadership Team and Board.
You will be responsible for shaping and delivering a modern, commercially focused legal function that enables Trustonic to scale with confidence. This includes ensuring robust legal frameworks, proactive risk management, and pragmatic guidance that supports fast-moving commercial decision-making.
Operating in a global B2B SaaS cybersecurity environment, you will balance governance, risk, and opportunity - ensuring the business remains compliant while maintaining speed, flexibility, and competitive advantage.
This role combines strategic leadership and hands-on execution, overseeing a lean in-house capability (1 direct report) alongside a global network of external counsel. You will bring structure, clarity, and scalability to legal operations, while acting as a trusted adviser across all areas of the business.
As the Head of Legal, you will:
Strategic ownership
* Own and evolve the global legal and compliance strategy in alignment with business growth, commercial priorities, and future transaction/exit readiness
* Act as a trusted adviser to the Executive Team and Board on legal, regulatory, governance, and risk matters
* Establish and maintain a clear legal and compliance risk framework, including ownership of the risk register, escalation pathways, and mitigation plans
* Ensure effective corporate governance across a complex, international group structure
* Provide legal leadership on strategic initiatives, including expansion into new markets, products, and regulatory environments
Legal, compliance & risk leadership
* Embed a strong culture of compliance, integrity, and ethical conduct across the organisation
* Design and implement scalable compliance frameworks across:
o Data protection & privacy (including GDPR)
o Cybersecurity and information security regulation (legal/regulatory perspective)
o Export controls, sanctions, and trade compliance
o Anti-bribery, fraud, and corruption
* Lead the legal response to material incidents, disputes, or regulatory investigations
* Provide clear, pragmatic guidance that enables the business to operate confidently within defined risk parameters
Commercial enablement
* Act as a strategic partner to Sales, Product, and Commercial teams, enabling revenue growth while managing legal risk
* Own and optimise contracting frameworks, including templates, fallback positions, and approval thresholds
* Provide senior oversight and escalation support for complex, high-value, or strategically significant deals
* Balance speed, deal velocity, and customer experience with long-term legal and commercial risk
* Support customer and partner due diligence processes, particularly in security, compliance, and regulatory areas
International & external counsel management
* Oversee the global provision of legal services across regions and functions
* Lead the selection, engagement, and performance management of external legal advisers
* Ensure consistency, quality, and value for money in legal support globally
* Build a scalable model that leverages external expertise effectively while maintaining internal control
Corporate & strategic transactions
* Lead legal support for M&A, restructurings, financing arrangements, and exit preparation
* Provide legal oversight for international entity management and corporate structuring
* Partner with investors and external stakeholders on strategic legal matters
Team and operating model
* Lead, develop, and mentor a lean legal team, creating clarity on ownership, decision rights, and escalation
* Design a scalable legal operating model focused on high-value, high-impact work
* Introduce structure, processes, and tools to improve efficiency, visibility, and control
* Ensure the legal function is proactive, accessible, and embedded across the business
Who you are...
* Commercially minded legal leader with strong business partnering capability
* Low-ego, high-trust collaborator who operates effectively at Executive and Board level
* High integrity, sound judgement, and the ability to navigate complex ethical and regulatory challenges
* Structured and rigorous, with the ability to bring clarity and control to ambiguity
* Proactive and solutions-oriented, with an inquisitive mindset
* Comfortable operating autonomously in a lean, fast-growing environment
* Adaptable leader who can scale processes and thinking as the business evolves
What makes you, you...
Experience
* Qualified solicitor, barrister, or attorney in good standing
* Significant post-qualification experience, including senior in-house roles
* Proven experience advising Executive teams and Boards in high-growth environments
* Strong grounding in commercial law, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance
* Demonstrated experience managing complex legal matters in fast-paced, international businesses
* Experience supporting strategic transactions such as M&A, fundraising, or exit processes
* Experience operating within B2B SaaS, technology, cybersecurity, or similarly regulated sectors is highly desirable
Knowledge
* Data protection and privacy frameworks, including GDPR
* Legal and regulatory considerations in cybersecurity and information security
* International regulatory environments, including trade compliance and sanctions
* Corporate governance in multi-entity, cross-border organisations
* Contracting frameworks and risk allocation in enterprise SaaS environments
Skills
* Ability to balance legal risk with commercial opportunity and speed
* Strong negotiation skills with experience in complex commercial agreements
* Ability to design and implement scalable legal frameworks and processes
* Skilled at simplifying complex legal concepts for non-legal stakeholders
* Strong stakeholder management across senior leadership, investors, and external partners
* Ability to prioritise effectively in a lean environment and focus on highest-value work
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills at executive level
Qualifications
* Law degree
* Professional legal qualification
Additional Information
What we can provide you in return for your investment...
Competitive compensation
* A base salary that reflects your expertise and impact.
* Bonus scheme to share in our success.
Financial security & wellbeing
* Immediate participation in our pension scheme.
* Private medical insurance for you and your family from day one.
* Income protection and life insurance for peace of mind.
Flexibility & work-life balance
* Hybrid working arrangements to support your lifestyle.
* An open holiday policy with no upper limit—take the time you need, when you need it.
* Support for volunteering and causes that matter to you.
Growth & development
* Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
* Exposure and interaction with global teams.
Inclusive, supportive culture
* A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
* A collaborative environment where your voice is valued and your wellbeing is prioritised.
Impact & purpose
* The chance to work on technology that drives global economic inclusion and makes a real difference in people’s lives.
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Trustonic is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on any grounds. We empower, engage, enable and value differences between people, including; different races, ethnicities, genders, ages, religions, disabilities and sexual orientations, with differences in education, backgrounds, skill sets, experiences and knowledge.