Legal Counsel for a High-Growth EV Charging Company
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Our client is changing the electric vehicle charging game with their hardware and software platform. Their cloud platform allows charging station owners to price-set, manage port access, collect energy use data, and more. They are seeking a business-minded, highly motivated Legal Counsel to join their growing team. This in-house role will play a critical part in supporting the company’s rapid expansion by leading complex contract negotiations, advising on corporate governance and compliance matters, and providing practical, solution-oriented legal counsel to leadership and cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and brings a proactive, collaborative approach to problem-solving.
This is an in-person role, reporting to the office in Santa Monica (Los Angeles) Monday through Friday.
Responsibilities:
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including enterprise contracts, vendor agreements, and partnership deals
- Advise on corporate governance and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies
- Develop innovative, business-minded approaches to contract negotiation and deal structures
- Provide guidance on regulatory, labor, and compliance matters relevant to the EV charging and technology industries
- Stay current with evolving legislation, regulations, and industry standards that impact the company’s operations in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico
- Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Finance, and Executive teams to support strategic initiatives and enable business growth
- Manage contract lifecycle processes and maintain organized documentation and tracking systems
- Support additional legal projects as assigned by the executive team
Qualifications:
- J.D. degree from an accredited law school; California Bar license preferred
- 3–5 years of transactional or in-house legal experience, ideally with exposure to technology, energy, or infrastructure sectors
- Proven experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial contracts (experience with long-term [~5-year] contracts would be beneficial)
- Strong understanding of corporate and commercial law and the ability to apply it in practical, business-oriented ways
- Experience collaborating closely with Sales teams to close deals efficiently and compliantly
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, take initiative, and make sound, strategic decisions independently
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to translate complex legal concepts into actionable business guidance
- Prior experience in a start-up or high-growth environment strongly preferred
Compensation: Targeting a base salary of $165-185k
- $165 - $185,000
