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What To Expect
Tesla sets the bar for what a trustworthy & resilient charging network can be. The Commercial Charging Operations team ensures that Tesla continues to deliver the best possible charging customer experience through proactive engagement and growth of the global charging network. The Charging Contracts Specialist works on the North America Commercial Charging Operations team in headquarters. Tesla is looking for a talented Contracts Specialist who will work with our Charging and Legal teams and support real estate and charging infrastructure matters.

This position is full-time and in-office in either our Palo Alto, CA or Austin, TX office.

What You'll Do

• Review, negotiate, and draft a variety of commercial contracts such as lease and license amendments and termination agreements, SNDAs, estoppels, property ownership changes, service agreements and letters
• Assist with resolving disputes by investigating claims
• Directly support business needs, develop relationships with Tesla’s internal business stakeholders, lead contract negotiations, drive cost savings initiatives, and work closely with Legal to expedite projects
• Provide support on transactions and related matters that support the day-to-day operations of the company. The ideal candidate will demonstrate experience with a variety of transactions and commercial contracts and be inquisitive, enthusiastic about technology, and enjoy being continually challenged
• Have excellent communication skills as this position involves direct contact with principal business owners

What You'll Bring

• 3+ years of contracts management, negotiation, paralegal, or other comparable experience
• Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree, experience and evidence of exceptional ability, or equivalent
• Proven negotiation, drafting and analytical skills for various types of commercial contracts, with experience in real estate transactions preferred
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently, prioritize workflow, meet demanding deadlines, and manage multi-faceted projects in a fast-paced environment
• Sound and practical business judgment
• Ability to work independently while being able to contribute successfully to cross-functional teams
• Proven track record of learning quickly, taking initiative, working proactively, being resourceful and taking on additional responsibility
• In-house legal experience or law degree
• Background in technology and/or engineering

Benefits
Compensation and Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
• Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
• Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
• Tesla Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program

Expected Compensation

$72,000 - $198,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

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