Legal Counsel

Who are we?

Hi! 👋 We are Ravelin! We're a fraud detection company using advanced machine learning and network analysis technology to solve big problems. Our goal is to make online transactions safer and help our clients feel confident serving their customers.

And we have fun in the meantime! We are a friendly bunch and pride ourselves in having a strong culture and adhering to our values of empathy, ambition, unity and integrity. We really value work/life balance and we embrace a flat hierarchy structure company-wide. Join us and you’ll learn fast about cutting-edge tech and work with some of the brightest and nicest people around - check out our Glassdoor reviews.

If this sounds like your cup of tea, we would love to hear from you! For more information check out our blog to see if you would like to help us prevent crime and protect the world's biggest online businesses.

The Role

We are seeking a talented legal counsel with commercial experience to join Ravelin. Reporting into the Head of Legal, your experience in commercial transactions and contract negotiation will play a crucial role in supporting the growth and development of the company. The ideal candidate will be able to handle multiple areas of responsibilities autonomously, and demonstrate an excellent balance of critical and commercial judgement.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including order forms, vendor contracts and marketing contracts.
• Provide advice to various departments within the company, including sales, account management, marketing, and product teams, on a broad spectrum of legal issues related to technology, intellectual property, data protection, and more.
• Stay up to date on relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards, in order to assist the company's compliance with legal requirements.
• Maintain various standard agreements / templates.
• Get involved with special projects as needed, including new product developments and AI projects, while taking into consideration their legal and regulatory impact on the company.

Requirements

• Qualified lawyer with around 0-1 years of post-qualification experience in commercial law.
• Prior experience working in a law firm's technology or commercial practice, and/or as in-house counsel for a tech company, is highly desirable.
• Experience in drafting and reviewing a variety of commercial agreements.
• Interest in and understanding of technology-related legal matters, including intellectual property, data protection, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with a proactive and solution-oriented approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Adaptable and open to learning about new technologies and legal developments in the AI industry.

Benefits

• Flexible Working Hours & Remote-First Environment — Work when and where you’re most productive, with flexibility and support.
• Comprehensive BUPA Health Insurance — Stay covered with top-tier medical care for your peace of mind.
• £1,000 Annual Wellness and Learning Budget — Prioritise your health, well-being and learning needs with funds for fitness, mental health, and more.
• Monthly Wellbeing and Learning Day — Take every last Friday of the month off to recharge or learn something new, up to you.
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays + 1 Extra Cultural Day — Enjoy generous time off to rest, travel, or celebrate what matters to you.
• Mental Health Support via Spill — Access professional mental health services when you need them.
• Aviva Pension Scheme — Plan for the future with our pension program.
• Ravelin Gives Back — Join monthly charitable donations and volunteer opportunities to make a positive impact.
• Fortnightly Randomised Team Lunches — Connect with teammates from across the company over in person or remote lunches every other week on us!
• Cycle-to-Work Scheme — Save on commuting costs while staying active.
• BorrowMyDoggy Access — Love dogs? Spend time with a furry friend through this unique perk.
• Weekly Board Game Nights & Social Budget — Unwind with weekly board games or plan your own socials, supported by a company budget.

*Job offers may be withdrawn if candidates do not meet our pre-employment checks: unspent criminal convictions, employment verification, and right to work.*