Niha Redknap
Fractional General Counsel @Legaledge
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WORK HISTORY
Fractional General Counsel @Legaledge
London, GB
LegalEdge is a practical, affordable legal solution for scaling companies.Our fractional in-house lawyers set up a cost-effective and efficient legal function to manage day-to-day legal work and add value. We prioritise what’s important, reduce risk, and proactively manage legal strategy, workflow and budget using the right people, processes and tech.Our experienced in-house counsel work as an extension of your ops team to: Create and manage your legal strategy and budget Put in place simple, effective contracts and processes to speed up deal closure Protect the brand and other key IP/assets Work with HR to make hiring, retaining and incentivising staff easy and efficient Prepare for milestones such as international expansion, due diligence, fundraising and exit Reduce external legal spend through risk-based legal triage and ensure advisors deliver on time and in budget Carry out regular legal health checks to review and prioritise work and budgetGet in touch: i•••@legaledge.co.uk
EDUCATION
University of East Anglia
LLB, Law with European Legal Studies
College of Law
LPC
SKILLS
ABOUT NIHA REDKNAP
Dynamic, senior in-house lawyer and leader with a proven track record of scaling and optimising legal functions for both recognised brands (Global, Virgin Media, Sky, Sainsburys) and fast-growing businesses (Improbable & Red Bee Media). Combines strategic leadership with advisory, risk management and operational excellence, to deliver on client objectives. With varied experience working across multiple industry sectors, including retail, tech, telco, media and defence/public procurement sectors I\'m known for having a pragmatic approach - partnering with stakeholders at all levels and adept at fostering team development (via mentoring and coaching) leading them through periods of significant change. With a high attention to detail and an ability to streamline operations in complex, high growth environments, I\'m often a trusted advisor to the C-suite and boards. My expertise spans legal strategy, M&A, corporate governance, commercial support, compliance, AI, IP and risk management and extends to a global remit.I\'m excited to work with dynamic SMEs, startups, VC funds and others - with a firm commitment to empowering all clients to successfully achieve their goals.Excited to connect and explore how I can help you drive growth and achieve your business objectives.
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