Interim Global Legal Leader for Growth & IP

Yoto Limited; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading audio technology company in the UK is seeking an experienced Head of Legal to provide strategic legal counsel and manage its legal team. Responsibilities include advising on governance, driving content and IP strategy, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate has at least 8 years of experience and a background in media or technology. This role offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Hybrid working flexibility

Health & Wellness benefits

Generous annual leave

Employee assistance program

Volunteer days

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with at least 8 years UK qualification.
• Experience in entertainment, media, technology or IP-heavy sectors.
• Strong commercial judgement and proven track record as trusted advisor.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic legal counsel across corporate entities.
• Manage legal team and external counsel relationships.
• Drive content and IP strategy, leading complex licensing negotiations.

Skills

Qualified solicitor

Commercial mindset and strategic business partnership

Deep IP and content expertise

Team leadership and budget management

Exceptional stakeholder management

Education

Qualified solicitor with 8 years UK qualification

Job description

A leading audio technology company in the UK is seeking an experienced Head of Legal to provide strategic legal counsel and manage its legal team. Responsibilities include advising on governance, driving content and IP strategy, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate has at least 8 years of experience and a background in media or technology. This role offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working model.