General Counsel Greater London, United Kingdom Area

The Company is seeking a General Counsel to serve as its senior legal adviser and trusted partner to the CEO, leadership team, and Board of Trustees. The role will initially guide the organization through a complex legal separation and advise on its ongoing relationship with a related entity, including service arrangements, intellectual property, and governance. Responsibilities include leading charity and corporate governance, advising on international entities, and reviewing and negotiating contracts and grant agreements. The General Counsel will establish the legal function and its systems, oversee risk and compliance, and advise on employment matters, disputes, data privacy, information security, technology, and intellectual property. Candidates must be qualified to practice law in England and Wales and have at least 10 years of post-qualification experience, including significant experience in the charity sector. International legal experience, including oversight of legal entities, is required, as is a record of advising senior management and working with boards. The successful candidate will bring sound judgment, integrity, and a collaborative style supported by authority and credibility. They should be able to provide strategic legal and regulatory guidance across complex, multi-jurisdictional operations.

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