Job Title: Head of Legal
Location: Larbert
*This is an Internal Opportunity Only*
You have a responsibility to inform your current line/department manager and local Human Resources representative before applying for the role.
POSITION SUMMARY
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced legal professional to join the Commercial & Legal function as Head of Legal.
Reporting directly to the Commercial & Legal Director, you will lead and develop the Legal team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality legal support across the business. You will play a key role in supporting commercial objectives while managing legal risk, providing practical and commercially focused advice across a broad range of activities including commercial contracting, compliance, corporate matters and strategic projects.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working with stakeholders across all areas of the business.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Lead, coach and develop the Legal team, fostering a high-performance culture.
- Act as a trusted legal advisor to stakeholders across Commercial, Procurement, Finance, Marketing, Operations, Engineering and Human Resources.
- Provide legal support across all commercial, corporate and compliance activities.
- Negotiate, draft and review a wide range of commercial agreements and contracts.
- Ensure company standard agreements safeguard business interests while supporting efficient contracting processes.
- Monitor developments in UK and overseas legislation, assessing business impact and implementing appropriate actions.
- Manage external legal advisors and outsourced legal support where required.
- Advise the business on legal risks, opportunities and regulatory compliance matters.
- Draft, review and update legal policies and procedures, delivering guidance and training where appropriate.
- Oversee property-related legal matters, including lease renewals and landlord relationships.
- Support the Commercial & Legal Director with departmental budgeting and expenditure management.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls and regulatory requirements.
- Champion company values and promote a culture of integrity, collaboration and accountability.
WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL
- Qualified to practise as a Solicitor or Barrister in Scotland.
- Strong academic background and legal qualification.
- Proven experience operating in a senior in-house legal role or equivalent.
- Effective leadership skills with the ability to coach, mentor and develop others.
- Excellent commercial awareness and sound business judgement.
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
- Ability to balance legal risk with commercial objectives.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise multiple demands.
- High levels of professionalism, integrity and attention to detail.
- Experience managing relationships with external legal advisors and internal stakeholders.
WHY JOIN OUR TEAM
- Generous salary package – we reward our people at the level they deserve.
- A 37-hour working week.
- Ongoing employee development through a variety of in-house training initiatives along with tuition subsidies for courses at outside institutions.
- Annual leave entitlement which increases with tenure.
- Pension scheme to help you save for the future.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme which offers practical, impartial support on issues impacting your life.
- Cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership, because your health and wellbeing are important to us.
OUR WHY
We move people. The world's most precious cargo.
We are driven by our purpose: we move people. Our vision is to lead the evolution of sustainable on-road mass transportation and mobility, and our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motor coach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.
NEXT STEPS
If this sounds like you, and you're interested in coming aboard, we would love to hear from you. Please complete our online application form and attach your CV.
We care deeply about being inclusive and we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Due to the volume of vacancies and applications, we would prefer that you submit your application online. If, however, you require an alternative method of applying, please contact the Recruitment Team.
Closing Date: TBC
Hiring Manager: Commercial & Legal Director
Skills Required
- Qualified to practise as a Solicitor or Barrister in Scotland
- Strong academic background and legal qualification
- Proven experience in a senior in-house legal role or equivalent
- Leadership experience, including coaching, mentoring, and developing others
- Strong commercial awareness and business judgment
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to balance legal risk with commercial objectives
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple demands
- High professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail
- Experience managing external legal advisers and internal stakeholders
What We Do
Alexander Dennis is a leading British bus and coach manufacturer based in Larbert, Scotland. As a subsidiary of NFI Group, the company specializes in the design and production of double-deck and lightweight buses, including low and zero-emission models. With over a century of heritage, Alexander Dennis provides bespoke transit solutions to public transport operators and local authorities globally, focusing on sustainability, reliability, and innovation in public transport.
