Head of Legal

We are excited to announce an exceptional opportunity to join Simple as our very first Head of Legal.

This pivotal role is designed for a strategic and hands-on legal expert who will act as a key partner to our business, driving day-to-day legal operations, shaping our legal strategy, and supporting fundraising initiatives.

What you’ll do:

• Establish and lead the legal function within the company.
• Manage and oversee key corporate transactions, including equity and debt financing, and fundraising initiatives.
• Provide high-quality legal support tailored for a fast-growing, Series-B startup.
• Address and manage all legal matters related to data privacy and intellectual property protection.
• Lead the implementation of legal compliance and risk management strategies
• Provide expert legal advice on international business matters, coordinating efforts between internal teams and external legal consultants.

What is expected from you:

• Minimum 10+ years of post-qualified experience
• Proven experience in corporate governance and legal strategy, ideally within a technology or startup setting.
• Proven ability both to execute complicated one-off legal tasks and maintain efficient routine legal workflow
• Demonstrated ability to build a legal team.
• Proven track record in an international business setting
• Fluency in English (both spoken and written).

Perks and Benefits:

• Open-minded teams, a welcoming and inclusive company culture, plus the opportunity to make a real difference with a game-changing health tech product;
• A competitive salary package based on your unique expertise, skillset, and impact on the product plus stock options;
• Remote, in-office, and hybrid work opportunities;
• The equipment whatever you need to be happy and productive;
• A premium SIMPLE subscription;
• 21 days annual leave, plus bank holidays (those observed where you live);
• Flexible hours. We focus on your results, not how long you spend at your desk.