Head of Legal (Commercial) 12-month Fixed Term Contract
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Job Brief
Moneybox is looking for an experienced legal leader with a passion for commercial law to join as Head of Legal (Commercial) for a 12-month fixed-term contract, covering maternity leave. Reporting to the Legal Director and managing a team of three, this role offers professional variety and personal fulfillment.
Moneybox is at an exciting stage of growth. The Commercial Legal Team is central to supporting its progress and is in its early stages as a standalone function. This contract provides an opportunity to shape and lead the team, with significant autonomy to drive initiatives, improve processes, and support commercial objectives. This role allows you to make a tangible impact on our success and our customers outcomes.
What Youll Do
* Work closely with the Legal Director to build and lead the Commercial Legal Team, defining and executing its roadmap.
* Drive continuous improvement in legal advice delivery.
* Implement and optimize legal tech, including AI contract review and CLM tools, to enhance efficiency.
* Draft, negotiate, and advise on commercial agreements with procurement, banking partners, and other stakeholders.
* Update customer-facing terms and conditions.
* Collaborate internally on product launches, processes, and promotions.
* Support the Compliance Team with regulatory queries.
* Provide legal advice on employment, property, litigation, and other matters as needed.
* Stay informed on legal developments and advise proactively.
* Manage external legal advisors.
Experience and Skills
* Significant PQE with in-house experience, preferably within financial services or fast-paced startups.
* Experience leading, prioritizing, and developing a legal team aligned with company goals.
* Strong coaching and leadership skills.
* Pragmatic, business-minded legal advice with a commercial perspective.
* Experience working with product teams on legal aspects of new offerings.
* Proven ability to draft and negotiate complex commercial agreements.
* Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
* Strong relationship-building and influencing skills at senior levels.
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills, fluency in English.
What’s in it for you?
* Join a fast-growing, award-winning startup.
* Work with motivated, friendly colleagues.
* Have a real impact in a listening and inclusive environment.
* Company shares, pension, hybrid working, home office allowance, learning budget, private medical insurance, health cashback, cycle scheme, gym membership, enhanced parental leave, holidays, and more.
* Our office is located in London, near the Oxo Tower.
Additional Details
Seniority level: Director
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Legal
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