Jonathon H.
Chair of Governors @Unity Schools Partnership
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WORK HISTORY
Chair of Governors @Unity Schools Partnership
Suffolk, GB
As Chair of Governors, I lead a committed governing board in shaping the strategic direction of the school, ensuring robust oversight, and fostering a culture of inclusion, accountability, and continuous improvement.Strategic Leadership & Governance - Set and steward the school’s long-term vision, values, and priorities in partnership with senior leadership - Ensure compliance with statutory duties, safeguarding responsibilities, and financial integrity - Lead the recruitment, appraisal, and support of the Headteacher, promoting high expectations and professional growthCommunity Engagement & Advocacy - Represent the governing board in local authority and community forums, advocating for the school’s interests - Champion pupil wellbeing, inclusive education, and transparent decision-making across all levels of governance - Act as a critical friend to school leaders, balancing challenge with empathy and strategic insightBoard Development & Collaboration - Build a skilled, cohesive board through mentoring, succession planning, and ongoing training - Chair meetings with clarity and impartiality, ensuring diverse perspectives inform decisions - Promote ethical leadership, process integrity, and a shared commitment to educational excellenceThis role draws on my legal and governance experience to support the school’s mission: nurturing confident, curious learners in a safe and inspiring environment. I’m proud to contribute to a school that places children’s growth and wellbeing at the heart of everything it does.
EDUCATION
Canterbury Christ Church University
Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Law
City St George’s, University of London
LPC, Law
City St George’s, University of London
Master of Laws (LLM), Employment Law
ABOUT JONATHON H.
I have led high-performing legal teams through growth, change, and challenge across industries, borders, and business models. My focus is on making legal practical, building great teams, and staying curious about what’s next—whether it’s AI, governance, or unlocking the full potential of people. As General Counsel, EMEA, at Magnit, I lead the region’s legal and contracts organization, navigating complex commercial and regulatory landscapes across 30+ jurisdictions. I oversee the structuring, drafting, and negotiation of high-stakes transactions while providing strategic counsel on employment law, data privacy, and compliance. My role extends beyond legal oversight—I work closely with executive leadership to shape corporate policy, embed legal technology into operations, and drive business-aligned legal strategy in a high-growth environment. I bring a forward-thinking approach to legal transformation, always grounded in practical execution. A core focus of my work has been integrating AI and legal tech into legal operations, including developing an internal AI ethics framework to guide responsible innovation. Beyond corporate legal strategy, I contribute actively to public affairs and policy, engaging in government consultations and industry roundtables on IR35, employment law reform, cybersecurity, and data protection. I collaborate with trade bodies to align business needs with evolving regulation, ensuring legal strategy remains commercially agile. I regularly speak on the evolving role of the General Counsel, legal innovation, and building inclusive, high-performing teams. Advocacy for social mobility, diversity, and neurodiversity in leadership is central to my work—including mentoring future leaders, supporting legal education initiatives, and contributing to the Early Careers Foundation. Key Expertise- General Counsel, EMEA | Global in-house strategy | Legal tech & AI integration - AI ethics | Data privacy & compliance | Public affairs & policy engagement - Employment law | Cross-border commercial risk | Legal transformation - Inclusive leadership | Executive legal strategy | Regulatory evolution
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