Job ID: 57509Location: LondonType: LocumPosted: 2026-10-19Company: Vivid ResourcingLocation: London, PaddingtonContract: LocumStart date: November 2026About the roleOur client is a cybersecurity business that helps organisations protect themselves against cyber attacks. They are looking for an interim Head of Legal to provide cover from early November, keeping the legal function running smoothly through a period of change. The role covers the legal needs of the business, with a strong focus on commercial contracts for cybersecurity products and services, and on data protection across the UK, EU and US. You will be the senior legal point of contact for the wider business, giving clear, practical advice that supports commercial decisions and manages risk. The position can be based in Paddington, London or in Amsterdam, with remote working also possible. It suits an experienced lawyer who is comfortable stepping into a senior role at pace and who understands how legal work operates in a technology environment. Main responsibilitiesDraft, review and negotiate commercial contracts for cybersecurity products and services, including customer, partner and supplier agreementsAdvise on data protection and privacy law across the UK, EU and USProvide day-to-day legal support and practical guidance to senior stakeholders across the businessManage the in-house legal workload, priorities and ongoing matters, ensuring continuity during the cover periodIdentify, assess and manage legal and commercial riskInstruct and work with external counsel where requiredKeep up to date with legal and regulatory developments affecting technology and cybersecurityRequirementsEssentialQualified lawyer in England and Wales or the NetherlandsSignificant experience in a senior in-house legal roleStrong experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, ideally within cybersecurityWorking knowledge of UK, EU and US data protection lawExperience working in a technology environmentDesirableKnowledge of Dutch tax lawInterest in, or knowledge of, the EU AI Act or the US CLOUD ActThe offerLocum cover for a Head of Legal position within a cybersecurity business, starting in November 2026Flexible location: Paddington (London), Amsterdam or remoteRate to be confirmed with candidatesDuration to be confirmed with candidatesRemote possibilities availableThis is a good fit for a senior lawyer who enjoys commercial contract work and data protection in a technology setting and can step in quickly. If that sounds like you, we would like to see your CV. Apply below.
Interim Head of Legal (Commercial) in London employer: Vivid Resourcing Ltd
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