Operations Manager - Legal, HR & Administration
About the company
We're seeking a highly organized and efficient Company Lawyer to join our team and manage all legal, HR and adminstration work. As the CEO's right-hand person, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring that the company is operating efficiently and the wheels of our company are in motion.
About the role
The activities that you will carry out during the job are:
* Establishing and managing all HR operations including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and offboarding processes.
* Developing and implementing HR policies and procedures that comply with UK employment law and support a remote-first workforce.
* Managing legal and compliance matters, including contract management, intellectual property protection, data privacy (GDPR), and commercial agreements.
* Liaising with external legal counsel on complex matters and managing legal risks.
* Overseeing day-to-day administrative operations and implementing efficient systems and processes.
* Managing company insurance, benefits administration, and pension schemes.
* Ensuring compliance with UK Companies House requirements and maintaining corporate governance standards.
* Handling visa and work permit processes for international team members.
* Managing vendor relationships and negotiating service agreements.
* Supporting fundraising activities with legal due diligence and documentation.
* Creating and maintaining company policies, employee handbook, and operational procedures.
Required qualifications
* Law degree (LLB or equivalent) or qualified solicitor/barrister.
* Proven experience in a legal role
* Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
* Experience with contract drafting, review, and negotiation.
* Understanding of GDPR, data protection, and corporate compliance requirements.
* Familiarity with intellectual property law and commercial agreements.
* Experience managing remote or distributed teams.
* Knowledge of company secretarial duties and UK corporate governance.
* Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
* Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to think in a structured manner and bring clarity to the work.
* Excellent communication and the ability to be a good listener and explain and articulate complex matters concisely and clearly.
* Ability and willingness to learn quickly and adapt to the fast-paced startup environment.
* Positivity, proactivity, and commitment to producing high-quality deliverables.
Preferred qualifications
* Experience in technology or AI companies.
* Understanding of venture capital and startup financing.
* Experience with international employment and remote work policies.
If you find this to be an exciting opportunity, please consider applying on our website (www.aems.ai) or by sending your CV to jobs@aems.ai. We look forward to hearing from you!