Legal Counsel

Alice & Bob are a deep tech company going through an R&D stage to build the first fault-tolerant Quantum Computer. We secured 30 million USD in funding to further develop our unique technology.

We are a young team with some of the brightest scientific minds joining us straight from completing their PhD or university. Of course, we are serious about our mission and participation in the quantum race alongside tech giants like Google and IBM, however we are also keen to create ever-lasting memories. Including lots of celebrations and fun, as we continue to have many successes along the way to our ultimate goal of building the first Universal, fault-tolerant Quantum Computer Which can have large positive impact for humanity. Do you want to join a team that is trying to change the world?

Are you ready to make a significant impact in a fast-growing tech company? We’re searching for a **Legal Counsel** to provide critical legal guidance, support, and strategy across all departments. In this dynamic role, you’ll help us manage legal risks, navigate compliance requirements, and streamline contract management—ultimately playing a key role in shaping our legal processes as we scale.

**Your Mission**:
As our Legal Counsel, you’ll work hand-in-hand with teams across the company, bringing your expertise to a variety of legal areas. Your key responsibilities will include:

- ** Legal Advisory**: Provide expert legal support to all departments, advising on various legal matters including NDAs, contracts, and regulatory requirements.
- ** Contract Management**: Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements with suppliers, clients, partners, and service providers. You’ll also manage contracts related to our infrastructure and operations.
- ** Compliance**: Ensure we meet all regulatory and legal requirements, including data protection and corporate governance, and support the company’s activities by keeping us compliant with industry-specific legislation.
- ** Risk Management**: Proactively identify potential legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them. Your advice will be crucial in guiding leadership decisions and safeguarding the company.
- ** Process Building**: Play a key role in building out and structuring our legal processes and workflows—helping us efficiently manage contracts, risk, and compliance as we scale.
- ** Collaboration**: Work closely with external legal counsel and other lawyers to manage and resolve any legal tasks or disputes that arise.

**A Little About You**:
We’re looking for a pragmatic, adaptable legal expert who is ready to take ownership of this vital function within our growing company. You likely have:

- ** Around 5 years of experience** in a similar legal position, ideally within a scale-up or fast-growing environment.
- ** Fluency in French and English**—both written and spoken.
- Strong **contract management skills**: drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements is your bread and butter.
- ** Excellent communication skills**, with the ability to explain complex legal issues in simple terms and effectively influence stakeholders.
- A **proactive, self-driven mindset**: you’re organized, structured, and ready to take on a wide variety of legal responsibilities.
- ** Adaptability** and resilience, able to manage complexity and shifting priorities with ease.

**Benefits**:

- 25-day vacation policy (as per French law) + RTT
- Half of transportation cost coverage (as per French law), or yearly allowance for the die-hard bicycle users
- Competitive health benefits with Alan
- Meal vouchers with Swile, as well as access to a fully equipped kitchen
- Parental benefits with crèche support
- Flexible remote policy, up to 25 % a month.

**Recruitment Process**:

- Screening Call with Florian, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist (30 min)
- Hiring Manager Interview with Chloé (45 min)
- Case Study with the Team (4h00 prep),
- Fit Interview
- Founders Interview
- Reference check

You will join of one of the most innovative startups in France at an early stage, to be part of a passionate and friendly team on its mission to build the first universal quantum computer

We love to share and learn from one another, so you will be certain to innovate, develop new ideas, and have the space to grow.