Do you want to work at the heart of a growing global organisation, shaping the future of computing education? Work alongside passionate teams in India, Ireland, the UK, and the USA, making a tangible impact on the lives of young people. Be part of an organisation that strives to make a place where talented people care about their mission, can do the best work of their careers?
Location: Cambridge, UK or Remote with regular travel to Cambridge (3 days per week)

Salary: £75,000 - £85,000 p.a. full-time equivalent, dependent on experience

Basis: Permanent contract; full-time, part-time or flexible

Eligibility: You must be eligible to work in the UK
Responsibilities
* Supporting and developing Junior Legal Counsel 
* Working closely and reporting to the Director of Operations (Line Manager) and Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
* Provide expert legal advice and support on charity law, compliance, and data protection matters
* Draft, negotiate, and manage a range of commercial contracts, including services, suppliers, licences, grants, partnerships, and sponsorship agreements
* Manage aspects of IP and trademark protection and enforcement
* Act as Company Secretary for group entities, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws, statutory requirements, and regulations
* Corporate and charitable governance and reporting
* Proactively identify and mitigate legal risks across all areas of the Foundation’s operations
* Oversee the development and implementation of resources, guidance and training to empower business managers to handle low-risk legal matters
* Develop and maintain strong relationships with external legal firms, ensuring efficient and cost-effective use of their expertise, including employment law, as required
* Coach, develop, and manage the performance of the Paralegal, enabling them to reach their full potential
* Keep up to date with developments in relevant areas of legislation and compliance
* Manage the Legal budget
Experience And Personal Attributes

Our client recognises that everyone has the potential for growth, and we welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they have some, but not all, of the experience and personal attributes listed here.
* England and Wales qualified solicitor, 3-5 years PQE
* Solid working knowledge of the UK legal system
* Experience in contract negotiation and drafting
* Experience managing trademarks and IP (desirable)
* Experience overseeing data protection compliance, including GDPR (desirable)
* Effective organisational skills, with the ability to work independently and efficiently and to balance different priorities
* Flexibility and a willingness to learn.