Strategic Head of Legal, Contracts & Compliance

Croud Inc Ltd; SHREWSBURY; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global digital marketing agency is seeking a Head of Legal & Contracts based in Shrewsbury, UK. The ideal candidate will lead the legal operations, ensuring timely contract approvals and compliance, while also managing a team of paralegals. This role requires strong operational skills and a commercially pragmatic approach to drafting and negotiating agreements. The company offers hybrid working, development opportunities, and a supportive culture focused on progress and impact.

Benefits

Paid sabbatical after 7 years

25 days holiday

Health & Wellbeing contribution

Flexible working options

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead the day‑to‑day contracting function.
• Manage, coach, and develop in‑house paralegals.
• Act as the primary legal point of contact for teams.
• Ensure contracts meet compliance requirements.

Skills

Commercially pragmatic

Operationally strong

Detail-oriented

Organised & delivery-focused

People manager

Education

Qualified Solicitor (5+ PQE) or equivalent legal qualification

Job description

A global digital marketing agency is seeking a Head of Legal & Contracts based in Shrewsbury, UK. The ideal candidate will lead the legal operations, ensuring timely contract approvals and compliance, while also managing a team of paralegals. This role requires strong operational skills and a commercially pragmatic approach to drafting and negotiating agreements. The company offers hybrid working, development opportunities, and a supportive culture focused on progress and impact.