Legal & Compliance Officer
Location: UK (Cambridgeshire area)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Department: Commercial
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a proactive and commercially minded Legal & Compliance Officer to join a growing, technology-focused organisation. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working at the intersection of law, business, and innovation.
You will play a key role in supporting legal, regulatory, and compliance activities across the business, ensuring strong governance, managing risk, and maintaining compliance across international operations. Working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, this position offers a broad and varied workload.
Key ResponsibilitiesContract Management
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including supplier, distribution, confidentiality, licensing, and consultancy contracts
Manage the full contract lifecycle and maintain accurate records
Support commercial teams with negotiations and risk assessment
Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including data protection (GDPR), export controls, and corporate governance requirements
Develop and implement internal compliance policies and procedures
Conduct risk assessments, audits, and compliance monitoring
Deliver training and guidance to employees
Provide practical, business-focused legal advice across the organisation
Identify and mitigate legal and compliance risks
Support dispute resolution and litigation where required
Promote a culture of ethical conduct and compliance
Advise on employment law matters including contracts, policies, and employee relations issues
Support disciplinary and grievance processes
Ensure HR practices remain legally compliant
Assist in managing and protecting intellectual property, including patents, trademarks, and trade secrets
Liaise with external advisors on filings and IP strategy
Manage relationships with external legal advisors
Coordinate legal support and ensure cost-effective use of services
Essential
5+ years' experience in commercial law, compliance, or regulatory environments
Strong experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
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