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Posted 22 July, 2026

Head Of Legal

Reed
Aberdeen, SCT, GB Full Time

Job Description

Head of Legal Services

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  • Job Type: Full-time, Remote
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  • Location: Remote
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  • Salary: Competitive
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My client, a leading recycling and resource recovery company, are seeking a Head of Legal Services to oversee a diverse range of legal responsibilities, including contracts, disputes, mergers and acquisitions, compliance, and more. This stand-alone role reports directly to the CFO and offers the opportunity to shape the legal framework of a company that plays a crucial role in resource recovery and environmental services.

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Day-to-day of the role:

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  • Manage a varied caseload including contract reviews, disputes with customers and clients, and mergers and acquisitions.
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  • Handle legal matters related to property, compliance, data privacy, and intellectual property.
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  • Provide strategic legal advice and support to the senior management team.
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  • Oversee and manage external legal resources and counsel as needed.
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  • Prepare and review legal documentation and ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
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Required Skills & Qualifications:

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  • Proven experience as a sole in-house counsel, ideally within a manufacturing, industrial, or operational business.
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  • Strong background in handling a wide range of legal issues including contracts, disputes, and compliance.
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  • Excellent legal, analytical, and communication skills.
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  • Ability to work independently and manage a comprehensive legal function.
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  • Qualified lawyer with a valid license to practice.
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Benefits:

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  • Competitive pension scheme.
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  • Annual leave that increases with service.
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  • Comprehensive health insurance.
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  • Flexible working options.
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  • Career breaks.
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  • Additional benefits including a cycle to work scheme, death in service payments, and access to education and training courses.
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To apply for this Head of Legal Services position, please submit your CV or reach out to Kate Irvine at Reed for more information.