Legal Counsel in London Area

Job description

Who We Are

At

Ultralytics

, we relentlessly drive innovation in AI, building the world's leading

YOLO models

. We're looking for passionate individuals obsessed with AI, eager to make a global impact, and ready to excel in a dynamic, high-energy environment. Join

our team

and help shape the future of AI.

Location and Legalities

This full-time Legal Counsel position is based onsite in our brand-new

Ultralytics office

in London, UK, with a hybrid model of 3 days in-office and 2 days remote. Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the UK, as Ultralytics does not provide visa sponsorship.

What You'll Do

As Legal Counsel at Ultralytics, you will be the cornerstone of our legal operations, providing strategic guidance across the company. You will protect our innovations while ensuring we adhere to the highest legal and ethical standards. Key responsibilities include:

• Open-Source Licensing: Serve as the primary legal advisor on all matters related to open-source software. You will manage compliance for our

  AGPL-3.0 licensed software

  and guide the company on the use of other open-source components, in line with standards from the

  Open Source Initiative

  .
• Commercial Contracts: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including our

  Enterprise Software License

  , partnership agreements, and vendor contracts to support our

  solutions

  .
• Intellectual Property Management: Develop and execute strategies for our

  IP portfolio

  , including managing our global trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets related to models like

  YOLO11

  .
• Data Privacy and Compliance: Ensure our products, including

  Ultralytics HUB

  , comply with global data protection regulations like

  GDPR

  and the EU AI Act. You will maintain and update our

  Privacy Policy

  .
• Product Counseling: Provide legal guidance to our engineering and product teams during the development lifecycle to mitigate legal risks and ensure our

  AI innovations

  are built on a solid legal foundation.
• Dispute Resolution: Manage and advise on any potential IP infringement claims, commercial disputes, and other legal challenges.
• Legal Research: Stay ahead of emerging legal issues and regulations in

  AI ethics

  ,

  explainable AI

  , and technology law to inform company strategy.

Skills and Experience

• Qualified solicitor or barrister in the UK or a commonwealth jurisdiction.
• 5+ years of legal experience, with a preference for in-house counsel at a high-growth technology or

  AI company

  .
• Deep expertise in open-source software licensing, particularly copyleft licenses like AGPL-3.0, and permissive licenses such as MIT and Apache 2.0.
• Strong command of

  intellectual property law

  , including trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.
• Proven experience with data privacy laws (

  GDPR

  , CCPA) and drafting privacy policies.
• Expertise in drafting, negotiating, and managing complex commercial contracts and

  technology transactions

  .
• Ability to provide clear, practical legal advice in a fast-paced, high-intensity environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills to collaborate effectively with technical and business teams.

Cultural Fit - Intensity Required

Ultralytics is a high-performance environment for world-class talent obsessed with achieving extraordinary results. We operate at a relentless pace, demanding exceptional dedication and an unwavering commitment to excellence, guided by our

mission, vision, and values

. Our

team

thrives on audacious goals and absolute ownership. This is not a conventional workplace. If your priority is predictable comfort or a standard work-life balance over the relentless pursuit of progress, Ultralytics is not for you. We seek driven individuals prepared for the profound personal investment required to make a defining contribution to the future of AI.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Highly competitive based on experience.
• Startup Equity: Participate directly in Ultralytics growth and success.
• Hybrid Flexibility: 3 days per week in our brand-new office - 2 days remote.
• Generous Time Off: 24 days vacation, your birthday off, plus local holidays.
• Flexible Hours: Tailor your working hours to suit your productivity.
• Tech: Engage with cutting-edge

  AI projects

  .
• Gear: Brand-new Apple MacBook and Apple Display provided.
• Team: Become part of a supportive and passionate

  team environment

  .

If you are driven to build the legal backbone for the future of machine learning and eager to make a significant impact,

Ultralytics

offers an exceptional career opportunity.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

19-06-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English