Trustee with legal expertise
Martingale Foundation
Experienced lawyer for Advisory Board for charity providing Scholarships
We are seeking an experienced lawyer to provide strategic legal insight into Martingale’s operations. As a research funder, we are particularly interested in professionals with expertise in intellectual property law, specifically as it applies to research and development at the intersection of academia and industry. In this role, you will work closely with the Head of Strategy and Operations to ensure we not only meet but exceed compliance standards, helping to lay a strong foundation for our long-term impact.
Trusteeships & Committees,Legal
Evaluating & Reviewing, Negotiating
Skill Requirements: • Qualified lawyer • Experience of UK research and innovation sector • Knowledge of intellectual property law, particularly as it relates to university research (desirable) • Experience of working with a rapidly growing or fast-paced organisation • Able to take a broad perspective on Martingale’s activities, and highlight areas of risk and remedial actions • Experience of working with charities for example as a Trustee (desirable) Key Responsibilities: • Provide expert legal insights on a range of matters, including contracts, employment and HR, data protection, contracts / grant agreements with funders and universities, and charity governance, complementing the pro bono legal support we receive • Signpost to other sources of support and information outside of their area of expertise • When Martingale prepares to become an independent charity, provide support and oversight to the Head of Strategy and Operations with spin-out processes as they relate to compliance, including TUPE, charity registration and governance documents, ICO registration etc. Ensure Board members understand the legal duties and responsibilities of trustees • Once Martingale becomes an independent charity, ensure the Foundation meets all necessary compliance requirements • Ensure effective monitoring and management of risk
At Martingale, our vision is that family income is never a barrier to the pursuit of excellence. Our Board has oversight of Martingale, guiding the development of strategic goals and offering valuable insight on how best to achieve them. The Board provides the CEO with a balance of support, challenge, and expertise, and supports the Foundation to advance its mission. It also ensures Martingale has strong governance, and that its reputation is safeguarded. This is an exciting time for the Foundation as we mature from a small start up to a growing organisation with national impact. We are about to launch our five year strategic plan and are looking for two new Board members to help us reach our ambition.
• Four in-person Board meetings per year • Quarterly check-ins with Martingale’s Head of Strategy and Operations • Occasional Martingale events, including Welcome Dinner for new Scholars (October), Solve for X pitch event (July), and other partnership events
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