Corporate Counsel

Who you are

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• 6+ years in Corporate or M&A at a top-tier law firm
• Expertise in complex corporate structures and transactions, including diligence, structuring and negotiation
• Experience representing mature private and public companies
• Flexible team player, able to adapt to rapid developments and diverse projects in a fast paced organization working with novel legal issues
• Must be admitted to the bar, in good standing, in at least one U.S. State

What the job involves

• SpaceXAI’s legal team plays a critical role, working closely with finance, tax, accounting, operations and engineering, to achieve our mission. This role is for someone passionate about working at the intersection of AI and law
• As a Corporate Counsel, you will support and lead mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, investments, partnerships and other strategic transactions. You’ll also handle corporate governance and subsidiary management and provide counsel to multiple internal clients on a wide variety of complex legal and business issues
• This is not a remote or hybrid position. This role is based on-site at our Palo Alto headquarters
• Lead and support mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, investments, partnerships and other strategic transactions from start to finish, including diligence, deal structuring, drafting, negotiating, executing and integrating
• Partner closely with corporate development, finance and operation teams to execute a smooth and efficient deal process
• Drive post-closing integration
• Build processes, templates, and playbooks for mergers and acquisitions and strategic transactions
• Advise on corporate governance, including subsidiary board matters and consents
• Oversee subsidiary maintenance, including formations, dissolutions, and compliance across US and international entities
• Provide counsel on general corporate matters
• Willingness to roll up sleeves and possess a can-do attitude
• Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed

Benefits

• Health and wellness: Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and disability coverage
• Life and family: Life and AD&D insurance and fertility benefits to ensure our team’s well-being and peace of mind
• Flexible vacation: We work hard but avoid burn out. Take time off when you need it
• Visa sponsorship: We support international talent with visa sponsorship to join our team
• 401(k) plan: Retirement savings plan to secure your financial future