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Head of Legal

KyivFull-time2026-10-06 → 2026-11-10
Based in Ukraine

Core

Lead ARX Robotics' legal function in Ukraine, advising on regulatory matters, export controls, and corporate governance for a fast-growing defence technology business.

Role type

Senior in-house legal leader (Head of Legal)

Builds

Scalable legal function, legal frameworks for military/dual-use goods, and complex contracting strategies

Domain

Defence technology, international trade compliance, corporate law

Required skills

Strategic legal leadership, export control and sanctions compliance, complex contract negotiation, corporate structuring, IP strategy, regulatory affairs, employment law, external counsel management

Preferred skills

International legal qualifications, experience in regulated/fast-growing businesses, cross-border legal matters

Technologies

Legal tech tools for contract management and compliance tracking

Responsibilities

Advise CEO on strategic legal risks and governance; build and scale the local legal team; lead export control and defence procurement compliance; manage complex government and international contracts; oversee litigation and claims strategies; coordinate with HQ on intragroup transfers and compliance; advise on employment law and critical enterprise status.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities