Senior Counsel / Legal Counsel

We are a global company with a mission to advance the art and technology of visual experience. We know that creating an inclusive environment that values and encourages different perspectives is critical for our success, and the success of our people. We are learning, listening and taking action to be better and foster trust in our community. Our goal is to ensure every person working at Foundry feels safe and free to be themselves, to share their ideas or concerns and that there is equal access to opportunities for all.

Our hybrid policy is balanced; requiring employees to spend at least two days per week working from a Foundry office and up to three working remotely. We’re striving for the best of both worlds; giving people the freedom to decide where they work most of the time, as well as the opportunity to build relationships and work with people across Foundry.

THE COMPANY

Founded in 1996, Foundry is a tech company headquartered in London, with over 300 staff and a presence in the US, China, Japan, Australia and Europe. Foundry develops software for a global customer base in the creative industries across media and entertainment. With a 25-year heritage and a portfolio of award-winning products, Foundry advances the art and technology of visual experience in partnership with creative leaders around the globe.

Clients and partners include major feature film studios and post-production houses.

The company’s products are used to create breathtaking visual effects sequences on a wide range of feature films, video-on-demand, television and commercials. Foundry software was integral in the making of many VFX Oscar-winning films, award-winning

TV shows and commercials. For more information visit www.foundry.com

THE ROLE

Foundry is a fast-paced and demanding environment, particular to a business which operates in a complex technology landscape, an evolving industry and regulatory context, with continued aspiration for both growth and maturity of operation.

We are looking for a motivated 4-8PQE lawyer to join Foundry’s business in the Legal team which also includes compliance. The successful candidate will enjoy working in a small team in a dynamic, supportive and collegiate environment and will contribute to a hard-working but sociable and enjoyable team culture.

Working in close partnership with our business functions in EMEA, the US and Asia, you will need to take ownership of key projects and transactions to support and influence Foundry’s continued commercial success. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make an immediate contribution to Foundry’s business by supporting the company’s diverse legal requirements, including complex technology licensing, customer sales negotiations, IT operations, data protection governance, intellectual property and a variety of commercial transactions.

The successful candidate will be able to spot issues on a wide array of commercial matters, and will be comfortable working directly with the business, our suppliers and our customer base.

This role will be based in the UK and will report to our General Counsel. We have a flexible approach to hybrid working and work from the central London Soho based offices twice per week.

THE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Act as a trusted advisor for Foundry’s business and corporate activities in EMEA, the US and Asia.
• Build strong internal and external relationships while balancing the needs of Foundry’s global strategy and evolving business priorities.
• Draft and negotiate inbound and outbound software licences
• Provide expert knowledge of relevant English and European Union laws relating to technology transactions, cybersecurity and data protection.
• Support Foundry’s US parent, Roper Technologies, Inc., and other group companies with commercial operations in the UK and EMEA.
• Advise, educate and assist in the enforcement of Foundry’s corporate policies and compliance programs.
• Perform other legal responsibilities as required.

Requirements

• Technology lawyer (IP/IT) with strong experience in software development and licensing with 4-8 years of relevant legal experience
• Data protection experience preferred
• In-house experience with a technology business preferred
• Substantive track record of managing deals with complex commercial contracts and/or licensing agreements
• A self- starter with the ability to work proactively, independently and reliably under tight time frames in a fast-paced environment
• Be open-minded with a passion for Foundry’s business and the ability to pivot quickly should business or production needs change
• Written and spoken fluency in English
• Current practising certificate in England and Wales

Benefits

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme & life assurance
• Health cash plan & medical insurance
• Season ticket loan
• Company’s social events
• Gym Discounts
• Personal Annual Development Time
• Passion Days
• Anniversary Day off