About Loop: Loop Global, Inc. is building out electric vehicle charging infrastructure solutions by simplifying and streamlining the development and operation of user-friendly public and private EV charging networks. Our mission is to make EV charging more accessible to multi-tenant property owners and operators as well as electric vehicle drivers. We value positive, motivated, authentic, and solutions-oriented individuals who want to join our El Segundo, California team on this mission.
About the Team: We strive to execute our work with empathy and excellence, both individually and as a team. We acknowledge and appreciate the complexities of each other’s roles and responsibilities. We appreciate our diversity, and deeply value how the different cultures of our colleagues and teams vastly improve the quality of our work.
Who you are: You see technology as a means of solving impactful problems and are excited to work in a fast-paced startup. You seek a deep understanding of the tools and technologies you use & recommend to others to solve problems. You like taking ownership of your features from inception to production. You’re curious, detail-oriented, and care deeply about helping others.
About the Role: As a Corporate Legal Counsel at Loop, you will play a crucial role in providing legal guidance and support to ensure the company's compliance with relevant laws and regulations, as well as go-to legal expert for all matters related to contracts, negotiations, legal agreements, and corporate governance. Your attention to detail and comprehensive understanding of the law will be essential in mitigating risks and optimizing corporate governance. You will collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and senior management to address legal issues, mitigate risks, and contribute to the company's overall success.
Responsibilities:
- Advise on legal matters related to corporate governance, commercial transactions, and contracts, as well as potentially regulatory compliance.
- Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including vendor agreements, partnership agreements, licensing agreements, and confidentiality agreements.
- Ensure that all contracts align with company policies, legal requirements, and best practices, while also reflecting the company's business objectives.
- Provide legal support for mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other strategic transactions.
- Conduct legal research to stay informed about relevant industry trends, laws, and regulations that may impact the company's operations, as well as specific legal questions and/or issues.
- Manage and collaborate with external legal counsel when necessary, ensuring efficient and cost-effective legal representation.
- Assist in resolving disputes and legal claims, including coordinating litigation strategies when required.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address legal considerations in product development, marketing, and other areas of the business.
- Provide legal training and guidance to internal stakeholders to enhance their understanding of legal implications in their respective roles (eg. contract-related matters, empowering them to understand legal implications and make informed decisions).
- Stay updated on changes in the legal landscape and proactively advise the company on potential risks and opportunities.
- Contribute to the creation and maintenance of a repository of legal documents, templates, and resources.
- Ensure confidentiality of sensitive legal matters and documents.
Requirements:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the bar in CA and additional jurisdictions a plus.
- 3+ years of experience practicing corporate law at a top tier firm with a strong emphasis on contracts, preferably with in-house legal experience.
- Strong understanding of corporate governance, commercial law, contract negotiation, and regulatory compliance.
- In-depth understanding of contract law principles, drafting techniques, and negotiation strategies.
- Exceptional contract review and analysis skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively convey complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
- Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide practical solutions while managing a high-volume workload and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in legal research and staying updated with changes in industry-related laws and regulations.
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to work closely with cross-functional teams to achieve shared objectives.
- Experience in real estate and/or the EV industry is a plus.
- Passion for sustainability and a keen interest in contributing to the growth of the EV ecosystem.
Total Compensation Package (FTE):
- Salary: $125,000-160,000
- Opportunity to participate in ESOP
- Premiere Standard Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision (80% covered for individual and 20% for dependents), Health FSA, HSA, Commuter, Life, AD&D, Disability (STD, LTD)
- Family Friendly (Liberal maternity/paternity time off to be used consecutively or intermittently; Generous earning schedule for annual PTO; Culture calendar inclusive of days off in celebration, commemoration, or observation, 14 paid company holidays)
- Financial Planning (401(k) with 4% match)
Loop is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Recruiters and recruitment agencies may not submit resumes/CVs through this website or directly to managers. Loop does not accept unsolicited recruiter and agency resumes. Loop will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with Loop.
