Legal Contracts

Infleqtion is a global quantum technology company solving the world's most challenging problems. The company harnesses quantum mechanics to build and integrate quantum computers, sensors, and networks. From fundamental physics to leading-edge commercial products, Infleqtion enables "quantum everywhere" through our ecosystem of devices and platforms. We are recruiting for a Legal Compliance and Contracts Manager.

LOCATION

Infleqtion has offices in the USA, United Kingdom, and Australia. 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 UK is seeking a Legal Compliance and Contracts Manager to oversee legal, regulatory, and contractual activities across the organisation. The successful candidate will play a critical role in managing commercial agreements, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and mitigating legal and business risks. This position will collaborate closely with the Chief Legal Officer, UK leadership, and business units to support Infleqtion's mission to bring quantum technologies from the lab into the world.

Job Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities outlined below include essential functions of the role.

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts, including NDAs, vendor agreements, customer contracts, collaboration agreements, and licensing arrangements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain legal and regulatory compliance programs aligned with UK, EU, and international standards.
• Ensure adherence to data protection and privacy requirements, including the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018.
• Provide guidance and oversight on export control compliance, including UK Export Control, U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
• Conduct compliance risk assessments and internal audits, implementing corrective measures as needed.
• Support company initiatives relating to intellectual property, corporate governance, and ethics.
• Partner with leadership to standardise contract templates and compliance workflows across jurisdictions.
• Monitor evolving legal and regulatory developments relevant to advanced technology sectors, including quantum technologies.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on compliance, risk management, and ethical business conduct.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, or a related field. Legal qualifications or certifications (e.g., LLB, LPC, JD, or equivalent) preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in contract management, corporate compliance, or commercial legal roles, ideally within a technology, engineering, or advanced manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of contract law, export control, data protection (GDPR) and other regulatory frameworks applicable to global technology operations.
• Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
• Proven ability to manage and mitigate legal and regulatory risks in a fast-paced business environment.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and geographies.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills.
• High degree of professional integrity, discretion, and sound judgment.

Desirable Skills And Knowledge

• Experience working with governmental agencies and contracts.
• Familiarity with corporate governance in multinational organisations.
• Experience implementing or managing compliance management systems or contract lifecycle management (CLM) platforms.
• Background in intellectual property or technology licensing preferred.
• Prior experience in a high-growth or emerging technology sector is a plus.

Benefits
In addition to your base compensation, we offer a generous Total Rewards program which includes:

• Competitive salary
• Unlimited PTO
• Generous company 10% pension contribution regardless of employee contribution
• Cycle to work and Technology schemes
• Incentive Stock Option Plan
• BUPA Private Healthcare Insurance once probationary period is successfully completed

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
Work will normally be performed in an office and laboratory environment. Able to efficiently use automated office equipment such as laptops, copiers, and printers; able to effectively engage in communications (via phone, computer, or in-person). Will involve sitting, standing, walking, lifting, and carrying up to 10 kg.

TRAVEL

Up to 10% travel may be required.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Regardless of your interest in the quantum industry, you can take pride in the fact that Infleqtion is building an ecosystem of quantum technologies and commercial products, driving the industry towards the future. Studies reveal that while men apply for jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the requirements, women and other groups tend to apply only when they meet all the criteria. If you believe you have the potential but don't meet every single point in our job advertisement, please don't hesitate to contact us We would love to chat with you and see how you could bring great value to our team. Our goal is to find exceptional individuals who can enrich our team culture, actively contribute, and have a genuine passion for their work. Here you have freedom to embrace your whole self: who you love, your gender identity and expression, skin colour, age, appearance, disability, neurodiversity, DNA, military/veteran status, citizenship, and other factors that make up who you are. Your uniqueness is valued, welcomed, and appreciated here. We are dedicated to providing a positive workplace and base all employment decisions on your qualifications, performance, merits, as well as business needs. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.