As Head of Legal, you are responsible for the legal affairs of a company. This can include managing a legal department, developing legal strategies, overseeing contracts and advising management on legal matters. The role requires both legal expertise and leadership skills to successfully manage a team of lawyers and legal advisors.
For a position as Head of Legal, a degree in law is usually required, ideally with several years of experience in a managerial position within a legal department or law firm. Additional qualifications such as a Master's degree in law or corporate law can be an advantage.
There are numerous career opportunities in the field of Head of Legal. After a few years of experience, you can be promoted to larger companies or international groups, complete internal training and further education or even move up into company management. Self-employment as a consultant in the legal field is also a possible career option.
