As Corporate Counsel, you will negotiate contracts, provide legal insights on commercial agreements, and implement process improvements while collaborating with stakeholders.
Waabi, founded by AI pioneer and visionary Raquel Urtasun, is an AI company building the next generation of self-driving technology. With a world class team and an innovative approach that unleashes the power of AI to “drive” safely in the real world, Waabi is bringing the promise of self-driving closer to commercialization than ever before. Waabi is backed by best-in-class investors across the technology, logistics and the Canadian innovation ecosystem.
With offices in Toronto, San Francisco, Dallas, and Pittsburgh, Waabi is growing quickly and looking for diverse, innovative and collaborative candidates who want to impact the world in a positive way. To learn more visit: www.waabi.ai
You will...
- Lead the negotiation and execution of complex, small and large-scale contracts through initial review, analysis of proposals and interpretation of all terms & conditions while mitigating all legal risks.
- Partner with the internal stakeholders at Waabi on Supplier and Third Party contracts including but not limited to: NDAs, MSAs, SOWs, SLAs, DPAs.
- Provide insight on industry and market standards for all clauses in commercial contracts.
- Draft contracts from scratch as needed to support various Waabi development efforts.
- Collaborate closely with Global Supply Chain on contract databases and contract processes for Waabi.
- Own identifying and implementing process improvements & documentation.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) & member of a state bar.
- In-house counsel experience.
- 6+ years of experience with commercial contracts.
- Experience in negotiating SaaS & Hardware development contracts.
- Strong communication and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to provide and recommended solution to internal stakeholders and leadership at Waabi.
- Extremely Proficient in Google Workspace (formerly Google Suite).
- Open-minded and collaborative team player with the willingness to help others.
- Passionate about self-driving technologies, solving hard problems, and creating innovative solutions.
Bonus/nice to have:
- Startup / Tech experience.
- Employment Law experience.
- Regulatory Experience.
- Export Control / Trade Compliance Experience.
The US yearly salary range for this role is: $170,000 - $210,000 USD in addition to competitive perks & benefits. Waabi US Inc.’s yearly salary ranges are determined based on several factors in accordance with the Company’s compensation practices. Note: The Company provides additional compensation for employees in this role, including equity incentive awards and an annual performance bonus.
Perks/Benefits:
- Competitive compensation and equity awards.
- Health and Wellness benefits encompassing Medical, Dental and Vision coverage (for full-time employees only).
- 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 on-site, off-site & virtually.
- As we grow, this list continues to evolve!
Waabi is a technology start-up building technologies to transform the way the world moves. Join our talented team to be a part of the future and to make an impact!
Waabi is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and 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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