Head of Legal & Contracts (In‑House)

Croud Inc Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A digital marketing agency is seeking a Head of Legal & Contracts to lead contracting operations. This role involves ensuring timely legal support, managing in-house paralegals, and overseeing contract workflows. The ideal candidate is a qualified solicitor with at least 5 years of experience and a passion for building efficient legal functions. The position blends leadership with hands-on management, offering hybrid working opportunities and a strong benefits package including sabbaticals and health contributions.

Benefits

25 days holiday a year

Paid sabbatical at 7 years

Health & Wellbeing contribution

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Experience managing junior legal team members and developing capability.
• Strong drafting skills and a high bar for accuracy and completeness.
• Proven experience improving legal processes, workflows, and tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day contracting function, ensuring timely and accurate drafting.
• Manage, coach, and develop in-house paralegals to ensure quality delivery.
• Act as the primary legal point of contact for commercial and operational teams.
• Ensure contracts meet data protection, marketing law, and internal compliance requirements.

Skills

Commercially Pragmatic

Operationally Strong

Detail-Oriented

Organised & Delivery-Focused

People Management

Education

Qualified Solicitor (5+ PQE) or equivalent legal qualification

Job description

A digital marketing agency is seeking a Head of Legal & Contracts to lead contracting operations. This role involves ensuring timely legal support, managing in-house paralegals, and overseeing contract workflows. The ideal candidate is a qualified solicitor with at least 5 years of experience and a passion for building efficient legal functions. The position blends leadership with hands-on management, offering hybrid working opportunities and a strong benefits package including sabbaticals and health contributions.