Legal and Compliance Officer
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Job Location:
Cambridgeshire - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Company Profile
Location: Waterbeach UK
Department: Commercial
Reports to: Commercial Director
Type: Full-time Permanent
Company Profile
Thermoteknix Systems Ltd founded in 1982 and based in Cambridge is a world leader in thermal imaging night vision and augmented reality systems. Our award-winning technologies are trusted by defence security and industrial customers in over 70 countries. With in-house R&D cutting-edge innovation and a global reputation for quality we design and manufacture solutions that perform in the toughest environments.
Department: Commercial
Reports to: Commercial Director
Type: Full-time Permanent
Company Profile
Thermoteknix Systems Ltd founded in 1982 and based in Cambridge is a world leader in thermal imaging night vision and augmented reality systems. Our award-winning technologies are trusted by defence security and industrial customers in over 70 countries. With in-house R&D cutting-edge innovation and a global reputation for quality we design and manufacture solutions that perform in the toughest environments.
About You
Role Overview
Thermoteknix is seeking a proactive and commercially minded Legal & Compliance Officer to oversee and support the companys legal regulatory and compliance activities. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring robust governance frameworks managing legal risk and maintaining compliance across global operations.
Working closely with senior leadership engineering HR and commercial teams the role combines hands-on legal work with broader responsibility for compliance programmes policies and risk management.
Key Responsibilities
Contract Management
Compliance & Regulatory Oversight
Legal Risk Management
HR & Employment Law Support
Intellectual Property Support
External Legal Counsel Management
Corporate Governance
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Required Experience
Desirable Experience
Thermoteknix is seeking a proactive and commercially minded Legal & Compliance Officer to oversee and support the companys legal regulatory and compliance activities. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring robust governance frameworks managing legal risk and maintaining compliance across global operations.
Working closely with senior leadership engineering HR and commercial teams the role combines hands-on legal work with broader responsibility for compliance programmes policies and risk management.
Key Responsibilities
Contract Management
- Draft review and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements including:
- Supply and procurement agreements
- Distribution and reseller agreements
- NDAs and confidentiality agreements
- Licensing and technology transfer agreements
- Service and consultancy agreements
- Oversee contract lifecycle management and maintain accurate contract records
- Support commercial teams in contract negotiations and risk assessment
Compliance & Regulatory Oversight
- Lead and maintain compliance with applicable laws and regulations including:
- Data protection and privacy (e.g. GDPR)
- Export control and trade compliance
- Corporate governance and regulatory requirements
- Develop implement and monitor internal compliance policies and procedures
- Conduct compliance risk assessments and audits
- Deliver training and guidance to staff on compliance matters
Legal Risk Management
- Provide practical business-focused legal advice across the organisation
- Identify legal and compliance risks and implement mitigation strategies
- Support dispute resolution and manage litigation matters where required
- Promote a culture of compliance and ethical conduct
HR & Employment Law Support
- Advise HR on employment law matters including:
- Employment contracts and policies
- Employee relations disciplinary and grievance processes
- Ensure HR practices align with current legal and regulatory requirements
Intellectual Property Support
- Support the management and protection of the companys intellectual property portfolio including:
- Patents
- Trademarks
- Trade secrets
- Liaise with external counsel on filings renewals and IP strategy
External Legal Counsel Management
- Manage relationships with external legal advisors
- Coordinate legal advice and ensure cost-effective use of external counsel
- Act as the primary interface between internal stakeholders and law firms
Corporate Governance
- Support corporate governance activities including:
- Board and committee documentation
- Corporate filings and statutory compliance
- Maintenance of company records and registers
- Assist in developing and improving governance frameworks
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with engineering sales procurement finance and HR teams
- Provide clear practical legal and compliance guidance to non-legal stakeholders
- Support business operations while safeguarding legal and regulatory integrity
Required Experience
- 5 years experience in:
- Commercial law
- Compliance risk or regulatory environments
- Technology or manufacturing sector preferred
- Strong experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
- Proven experience in compliance programme development or oversight
- Understanding of legal and compliance frameworks (including GDPR)
- Knowledge of export controls and international trade regulations
- Excellent legal drafting analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly to non-legal audiences
Desirable Experience
- Experience in defence technology or advanced engineering sectors
- Familiarity with intellectual property law and portfolio management
- Experience working with international distributors and partners
- Exposure to internal audits compliance training or ESG frameworks
Why us
- Opportunity to work in an innovative technology environment
- Exposure to a broad range of legal work including commercial compliance IP and employment matters
- Collaborative work with cross-functional teams across the business
- Competitive salary benefits and opportunities for professional development
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
