Free and Open Source Software Licensing SME CGEMJP

Role Title: Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) Licensing SMEDuration: contract to run until 30/11/2026Location: Sheffield, Hybrid 3 days per week onsiteRate: up to £529 p/d Umbrella inside IR35Role purpose/summaryBank is seeking a Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) Licensing Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the definition, enhancement, and ongoing governance of policies, processes, and controls related to the consumption and contribution of open source software across the organisation.This role sits within the Engineering Practice team in the Client''s Technology CTO function and requires close collaboration with engineering teams as well as the client''s Legal. The successful candidate will bring strong expertise in open source licensing, copyright considerations, and regulatory implications within a controlled financial services environment.The role is suited to a self starter who can operate independently, manage competing priorities, and deliver high quality outcomes under tight deadlines.Key ResponsibilitiesAssess and clearly communicate the implications of FOSS licenses (including copyright, modification, and distribution) to engineering teamsSupport training and awareness initiatives across engineering teams on FOSS licensing implicationsCategorise and assess licenses not recognised by automated tooling into the Client''s defined categories (Liberal, Permissible, Weak Copyleft, Copyleft, Banned)Review the Client''s existing treatment of open source licenses ..... full job details .....