Commercial Counsel

2 weeks ago


San Francisco, California, United States Waabi Full time
Job Title: Commercial Counsel

Waabi is seeking a highly skilled Commercial Counsel to join our team. As a Commercial Counsel, you will be responsible for leading and supporting legal contract negotiations on a variety of transactions, including master supply agreements, service agreements, license agreements, NDAs, and more.

You will develop and maintain contract templates, collaborate closely with Waabi's global supply chain team on contract databases and contract processes, and expand your knowledge of regulatory compliance as it applies to Waabi's operations. You will also manage day-to-day insurance matters, draft business policies, and lead yearly reviews of policies.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a team of multidisciplinary operations managers, procurement professionals, commercial negotiators, and policy leaders using an AI-first approach to enable safe self-driving at scale.

Qualifications:
  • Juris Doctor and qualified to practice law in at least one U.S. state, with California, New York, or Texas preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience in commercial contracting at an automotive company, fast-paced hardware technology company, and/or in private practice (business law).
  • Demonstrated experience tackling thorny issues in hardware and part supply contracts.
  • Solid understanding of how to balance contractual risk with sustainable contracting provisions based on company stage.
  • Ability to handle multiple competing priorities under time pressure, rapidly develop relationships, and identify the most important issues that will impact Waabi's business.
  • Dynamic problem-solving skills and great business judgment when provided with incomplete information.
  • Open-minded and collaborative team player with the willingness to help others.
  • Demonstrated willingness to flex and grow into new areas.
  • Meticulous attention to detail and passion for contracts.
Bonus/Nice to Have:
  • Experience working in automotive, autonomy, or hardware-focused technology companies.

The US yearly salary range for this role is: $122,000 - $226,000 USD in addition to competitive perks & benefits.

Waabi's yearly salary ranges are determined based on several factors in accordance with the Company's compensation practices. The salary base range is reflective of the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations.

Perks/Benefits:
  • Competitive compensation and equity awards.
  • Health and Wellness benefits encompassing Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
  • Unlimited Vacation.
  • Flexible hours and Work from Home support.
  • Daily drinks, snacks, and catered meals (when in office).
  • Regularly scheduled team building activities and social events both onsite, offsite, and virtually.
  • As we grow, this list continues to evolve.

Waabi is a technology start-up building technologies to transform the way the world moves. We are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and accessible workplace for all our employees.

We seek applicants of all backgrounds and identities, across race, color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, caregiver status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We make workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please let our recruiting team know.


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