Head of Legal
Quick answer
Global Witness is hiring a hybrid Head of Legal in London, Washington DC, or Brussels offering a competitive salary to lead legal strategy and compliance.
- Role
- Head of Legal
- Organization
- Global Witness
- Location
- London, Washington DC, Brussels (hybrid)
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- Competitive salary
- Category
- Legal
- Apply by
- 2026-07-31
The role
Global Witness is seeking an experienced Head of Legal to provide strategic legal advice on investigations, litigation, and corporate compliance. The role involves managing risks related to intellectual property and data protection while fostering internal knowledge sharing. Based in London, Washington DC, or Brussels, the position offers a hybrid work model with a 30-hour week.
What you'll do
- Provide strategic legal advice on investigations and litigation
- Manage litigation and pre-publication risk assessment
- Mitigate risks related to intellectual property and data protection
- Ensure corporate compliance nationally and internationally
- Lead internal legal training and knowledge sharing
What it takes
- UK-qualified lawyer with 5+ years of experience
- Experience in media law and compliance
- Expertise in defamation, privacy, and confidentiality
- Experience in high-profile international campaigning
- Ability to negotiate contracts and manage IP matters
What you'll bring
How we treat you
20 days annual leave, healthcare insurance, wellbeing days, 30-hour working week (Friday off)
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The role is based in London, Washington DC, or Brussels and follows a hybrid working model requiring at least two days in the office.
What is the compensation for this position?
The salary is listed as competitive, with no specific figures provided.
What are the key qualifications required?
Candidates must be UK-qualified lawyers with over 5 years of experience in media law and compliance, specifically in areas like defamation and intellectual property.
How or by when can I apply?
Applications should be submitted online via the provided link before 9am GMT on July 31, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Global Witness's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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