World Animal Protection is seeking a Director of Governance & Legal Services to lead our Governance and Legal function and provide senior oversight of policies and procedures relating to governance, legal, regulatory and risk matters. Reporting to the Chief Transformation & Culture Officer, you will provide strategic and expert advice to trustees, the Global Leadership Team, and other senior stakeholders — identifying, managing and mitigating legal risk across multiple jurisdictions, and supporting sound organisational decision-making. • Lead the Governance and Legal Services function, building strong governance, compliance and risk frameworks • Act as (or oversee) Company Secretary, and support the Board and its Committees • Advise on charity law, corporate governance, employment law, contracts, data protection, regulatory compliance and organisational change • Manage external legal counsel when needed • Work with World Animal Protection affiliates to keep governance arrangements with the UK charity in good shape • Senior leadership experience translating complex legal issues into clear, practical advice • Sound judgement, integrity, and a genuine commitment to ethical governance • The credibility to build trust and confidence across the organisation