Summary: The role of Interim Head of Legal involves leading a small legal function for a retail business in West London for an 18-month period, with potential for extension. The position requires a qualified lawyer with significant experience in commercial and corporate matters, engaging with senior stakeholders and handling various advisory issues. The candidate must be available to work on-site five days a week and have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the legal function to address a wide range of commercial and corporate matters.
• Engage continuously with senior stakeholders on strategic issues.
• Contribute to ongoing projects related to the company's growth.
• Handle day-to-day advisory matters including employment, privacy, IP, and litigation.

Key Skills:

• Qualified lawyer with at least 8 years’ PQE.
• Broad-ranging commercial and corporate experience.
• Experience working in-house, preferably in retail or FMCG sectors.
• Ability to demonstrate experience in industries selling tangible products.
• Unrestricted right to work in the UK.

Salary (Rate): 120000

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: on-site

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: Senior

Industry: Legal