Sr. Corporate Counsel
Company: Supernal
Location: Glen Echo
Posted on: May 29, 2023
Job Description:
Supernal is at the forefront of creating emerging mobility
solutions that will foster the development of human-centered
cities. We are designing a completely new electric vertical
take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft tailored to the mobility
needs of future cities. This allows passengers a seamless
intermodal journey that safely transports them to their final
destination. We fuse research in autonomy, robotics, aviation and
services to define a new category of mobility for the world's
communities. We believe in creative thinking and collaboration to
help build a better mobility experience for everyone, improving
people's ability to move - whether for work or play. What we do:
The Sr. Corporate attorney is responsible for leading deals and
initiatives with broad scope and high impact. As a recognized
specialist in corporate law-whether from experience with mergers &
acquisitions, corporate governance, and/or technology
transactions-the role works collaboratively within the organization
to define, oversee, and complete projects that further the
corporate and strategic transactional goals and objectives of the
business. This role will partner closely with members of the Legal
team and other departments and will handle a variety of matters as
a corporate law generalist, including leading legal due diligence
and negotiating all forms of corporate transactions and
investments, leading day-to-day corporate governance, and
supporting commercial contracts negotiations. This role reports
directly to the Assistant General Counsel - IP, Transactions, and
Litigation What you can do:
- Provide strategic direction on corporate structuring and
governance activities
- Lead all legal aspects of strategic transactions, mergers &
acquisitions, and due diligence
- Counsel on term sheets, note/share/asset purchase documents,
side letters, ancillary agreements, and other third-party
transactions
- Participate in investment committee and other deal reviews
- Counsel on evolving developments in corporate law, recommending
policy/process changes as needed
- Provide guidance and training to internal partners on a full
range of corporate topics
- Provide counsel, including direct negotiation, on commercial
contracts What you can contribute:
- Law degree (J.D.) required, and admission (or ability to
register as in-house counsel) to practice law where located
- Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in a corporate law or
technology transactions practice at a major law firm and/or as an
in-house counsel, with a minimum of four (4) years of law firm
experience (an equivalent combination of education and experience
may be considered)
- Experience working collaboratively with diverse teams to
develop solutions in complicated transactions while balancing
priorities from multiple stakeholders
- Hardworking professional with significant expertise performing
diligence, structuring transactions, negotiating terms, supporting
integration, and managing ongoing corporate governance and
portfolio responsibilities
- Knowledge and understanding of the regulatory landscape
impacting transactions, including export control, CFIUS, and
Hart-Scott-Rodino considerations
- Experience with negotiating and documenting various other forms
of transactions, including purchase, supply, joint development,
transition or shared services, collaboration, or partnership
agreements
- Strong ability to negotiate effectively with external and
internal partners
- Demonstrated attention to detail, time management,
organizational skills, and keen business judgment, with a dedicated
focus on personal ethics, integrity, and accountability
- A great teammate who enjoys interacting with people and working
on group projects
- Ability to distill and articulate legal concepts into concise
and plain English that business partners can both understand and
readily act upon
- Outstanding executive-level written and verbal communicator
with ability to work seamlessly across the levels of a broad and
diverse organization You may also be able to contribute:
- Minimum of 3-4 years of law firm experience preferredAny offer
of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a
background check. We are an equal opportunity employer and value
diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of
race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender,
gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran
status, or disability status. Individuals with disabilities may
request to be provided reasonable accommodation to participate in
the job application or interview process, to perform essential job
functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of
employment. Please contact us to request accommodation at: This
position will include access to certain technology and/or software
source code, that will be subject to U.S. export control laws. If
an export license or other export control authorization is required
in connection with your employment, your employment is contingent
upon Supernal's receipt of such license or authorization and
approvals and your continued compliance with all conditions and
limitations contained in such license or authorization. Base pay
offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related
knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a bonus
as part of total compensation. The pay range for this position is:
$208,000 $312,000 USD Click HERE or visit: to view our
benefits!
Keywords: Supernal, Washington DC , Sr. Corporate Counsel, Legal , Glen Echo, DC
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