Head of Data

Legl

Head of Data at Legl, building the data function for modern legal services. Leading data strategy and decision-making in a growth-stage company with a focus on AI.

Posted 8/3/2026full-timeLondon • 🇬🇧 United KingdomLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading data functions and developing data strategies that align with business objectives. Proficient in utilizing modern data stacks and AI tools to drive data-first decision making and measurable business outcomes.

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Data Strategy DevelopmentModern Data Stack KnowledgeAI FluencyData-Driven Decision MakingExecutive-Level Communication

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Hard Skills

Data Function LeadershipData Roadmap DefinitionData Assessment and IterationBusiness Outcome MeasurementData Investment Analysis

Soft Skills

Problem ReframingCross-Functional Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Internal Data Tools

Industry Keywords

Growth-Stage CompanyData-First Culture

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build out and lead the data function
Set, own, and report against the data strategy
Define the data roadmap at Legl
Enable data-first decision making across teams
Align Data’s resourcing with business needs
Own internal tools that relate to data
Assess and iterate the Data stack

Requirements

What you’ll need

Led a data or analytics function at a growth-stage company
Connect data investment to business outcomes
Naturally reframe requests into problems
Knowledgeable across modern data stack
Fluency in AI as a working tool
Measure yourself on outcomes that move business forward
Comfortable operating at the Exec level and with functional operators

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work arrangements
Professional development opportunities