A market-leading digital consumer brand is seeking a Lead Counsel to head up its commercial legal function in London. This is a rare managment role within a high-growth, data-driven platform that dominates its category and invests heavily in technology, personalisation and innovation.
What the role offers:
* A senior position within a lean, impactful and forward-thinking legal team
* Strong operational and Legal Ops support, with a focus on smarter, more efficient ways of working
* Reporting line into the Director of Legal (GC)
* Ownership of all commercial and IP matters across the business
* Key stakeholder relationships spanning the UK and Europe
* A central role in shaping the business’s evolving legal strategy
* The opportunity to manage and develop lawyers within the team
* Influence over product, brand and commercial decision-making in a high-scale, financially strong environment
What we’re looking for:
* UK-qualified lawyer with 8+ years’ PQE
* Strong expertise in intellectual property (commercial IP)
* Expert commercial contracting experience (Tech, SaaS, Supply, Marketing, Advertising, outsourcing)
* A modern, tech-aware approach to legal operations
* Management experience desired
* Pragmatic, commercially minded problem-solver
* Clear, confident communicator with a collaborative mindset
If you’re interested in a strategic, high-impact role within a fast-moving e-commerce environment, get in touch for a confidential discussion.