Overview
Legal Counsel at iProov Jobs in London – England – UK at Iproov Limited
Title: Legal Counsel at iProov
Company: Iproov Limited
Location: London – England – UK
Category: Law/Legal
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About iProov
iProov is the world leader in face biometric verification. We are on a mission to make the Internet a safer place for businesses and consumers and work with fantastic customers across a number of industry sectors – organisations using our technology include the US Department of Homeland Security, the UKHome Office, the NHS, Eurostar, the Australian government, the Singapore government, UBS and many more.
Diversityat iProov is about reflecting the customers we serve, holding the principles of equality andinclusionat the heart of everything we do and all that we stand for, embracing differences, creating possibilities, and growing together. We aim to foster a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel confident in bringing their whole selves to work, feel included and their talents are nurtured, empowering them to contribute fully to ourpurpose.
The Role
Reports to:CFO
Location:Hybrid – London
As the first in-house Legal Counsel at iProov, you will work closely with external advisors on a variety of legal issues relating to a multi-market, multi jurisdiction business. You will be required to transform current operating processes including ensuring efficient management and mitigation of legal risks by designing and implementing company policies and procedures. You will be responsible for development of the legal function, providing oversight, direction, and assistance on a broad range of complex legal issues related to corporate and commercial legal contracts.
This will Include finance, data protection, employment legal matters, commercial agreements, litigation, risk management, integration of mergers & acquisitions and compliance related matters.
You will also work closely with the compliance and information security team to ensure that iProov complies with the applicable laws and regulations.
Your abilityto build relationships and influence internationally based as well as UK based teams will be highly important.
Responsibilities
Legal Strategy and Compliance
Develop and implement comprehensive legal strategies to safeguard the company’s interests in a rapidly evolving global regulatory landscape.
Ensure compliance with international laws and regulations applicable to our industry, including data privacy, intellectual property, and cybersecurity.
Contract Management and Negotiation:
Oversee the drafting, review, and negotiation of a wide range of commercial agreements, ensuring that contracts align with business objectives and mitigate risks effectively.
Collaborate withcross-functional teamsto streamline contract processes and enhance efficiency.
Intellectual Property Protection:
Manage and protect the company’s intellectual property portfolio, including trademarks, patents, and copyrights.
Advise on strategies to enhance and enforce intellectual property rights globally.
Lead and coordinate efforts to resolve disputes, both internally and externally, through negotiation, mediation, or litigation when necessary.
Develop and maintain relationships with external legal counsel as needed.
Regulatory Affairs:
Stay abreast of legal and regulatory developments impacting the technology industry globally.
Collaborate with regulatory affairs teams to ensure timely compliance with emerging requirements.
Corporate Governance:
Provide guidance on corporate governance matters, including board m…
