Lead Counsel, UK & Europe in Oxford

Infleqtion is a global quantum technology company solving some of the world’s most complex challenges. We harness quantum mechanics to build and integrate quantum computers, sensors, and networks. From foundational physics to commercial deployment, Infleqtion enables “quantum everywhere” through a growing ecosystem of devices and platforms.

We are recruiting a Lead Counsel for the UK and Europe. This is a full-time position based in our Oxford, UK office, with hybrid work permitted up to 2 days per week based on business needs and manager approval.

Job Summary

Infleqtion is seeking a highly qualified Lead Counsel for the UK and Europe to serve as a key partner to the Chief Legal Officer, the UK leadership team, and business units to support Infleqtion’s mission to bring quantum technologies from the lab into the world. This role will be responsible for a broad range of commercial, regulatory, and strategic legal work while contributing to the growth and maturity of Infleqtion’s global legal function. The successful candidate will bring strong commercial instincts, excellent judgment, and the curiosity to learn and support an advanced technology business operating across multiple jurisdictions. This position reports directly to the Chief Legal Officer and will play a central role in supporting our UK and EU operations, while coordinating closely with legal colleagues in the United States and Australia.

Job Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including customer contracts, vendor and procurement agreements, research collaborations, licensing arrangements, and NDAs.
• Serve as a strategic business partner to UK and European leadership, providing practical legal guidance that supports growth, accelerates commercial activities, and manages risk.
• Support corporate governance, product development, regulatory matters, intellectual property initiatives, and operational decision making.
• Collaborate with global colleagues to develop scalable legal processes, contract templates, and workflows across jurisdictions.
• Monitor and advise on evolving legal and regulatory developments relevant to quantum technologies and other advanced technologies.
• Lead UK and EU privacy and data protection compliance, acting as the primary owner of regional privacy obligations, processes, and operational requirements, including DPIAs, data mapping, data governance, and practical privacy guidance to the business.
• Lead UK and EU export control compliance activities, including UK Export Control, the EAR, and ITAR, serving as the regional point of accountability and working closely with global compliance partners to implement and oversee operational requirements.
• Conduct targeted compliance assessments and provide practical recommendations.
• Deliver training on commercial best practices, legal awareness, and ethical business conduct.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor of England and Wales, or equivalent foreign-qualified lawyer with significant UK experience.
• Approximately 8 to 12 years PQE, with training at a top-tier international law firm strongly preferred.
• Outstanding academic credentials, including a strong academic record from a top-tier university or law school.
• Strong commercial contracting experience and the ability to provide clear, actionable advice under time pressure.
• Experience supporting technology, engineering, research, or advanced manufacturing organisations is highly preferred.
• Solid understanding of data protection, export control, and other regulatory frameworks relevant to global technology operations.
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and communicate effectively with technical and commercial stakeholders.
• High integrity, sound judgment, and an ability to balance legal risk with operational priorities.
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.

Desirable Skills And Knowledge

• Experience working with government customers or government-funded projects.
• Familiarity with governance requirements in multinational organisations.
• Experience implementing or using contract lifecycle management tools or compliance systems.
• Background in intellectual property, licensing, or technology.