Commercial Counsel

About Also.

We’re Also, an electric mobility company originally conceived as a part of Rivian. We’re a passionate team of builders, dreamers, doers and innovators, focused on creating entirely new (not to mention, innovative and delightful) vertically integrated, small EVs designed to meet the global mobility challenges of today and tomorrow. Our mission is to inspire everyone to ride also—replacing many local car, truck and SUV miles with ones on vehicles that are more affordable, more enjoyable and 10-50x more efficient. 

Also is looking for a Commercial Counsel to work on exciting legal issues surrounding our innovative small EV technology and help guide our business forward from technology development all the way to scaled commercial deployment. 

What You Will Do

• Draft, review and negotiate a variety of complex commercial agreements, including purchasing agreements, development agreements, licensing agreements, NDAs and service agreements, all in support of Also’s business operations and go-to-market strategy.

• Develop and implement contract process improvements and deploy a new contract management system to improve efficiency of legal and business activities.

• Partner with and support the supply chain team on matters pertaining to procurement, commercial negotiation, quality concerns, warranty claims and other related matters.

• Provide accurate, timely and practical advice on a range of commercial matters.

• Identify and implement new processes, document templates, commercial playbooks and training materials in collaboration with internal business clients.

• Stay current on emerging legal and regulatory trends impacting Also’s supply chain and other business units. 

• Provide support for litigation, IP, international corporate expansion, dispute resolution and other matters as they arise.

What You Will Bring

• J.D. degree from an ABA-approved law school and active member in good standing of the California Bar (or eligible to practice as a California registered in-house counsel).

• At least three (3) years practicing as an attorney, with significant supply chain transactions experience and knowledge of manufacturing operations, procurement transactions, commercial contracts and dispute resolution. 

• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.

• Ability to weigh business and legal risks, think strategically and provide practical solutions to internal clients.

• Excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills with a strong track-record of relationship building and cross-functional collaboration.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, innovative, growing global business environment.

Why Also.

We’re passionate about helping the world find a better way to get there—wherever it is you’re headed.

We’re located in the heart of Silicon Valley and have brought together a world-class team from some of the biggest brands in the technology, automotive, cycling, outdoor recreation and retail spaces. 

Together we’re working hands-on to imagine, design and build an entirely new solution to a global set of transportation challenges. 

The salary for this position ranges from $164,000 to $233,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.

Perks and Benefits

• Robust health coverage. Excellent health, dental and vision insurance covered up to 100% by Also with FSA & HSA options.

• One Medical membership and dedicated insurance advocates.

• Rich fertility and family building benefits with Progyny.

• Flexible time off. 

• 401(k) match.

Salary

• $164,000 - $233,000/year