Overview
This role involves providing legal counsel to support the executive and legal/compliance teams in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements critical to the organization's fundraising, strategic direction, and operations. The position requires close collaboration with delivery, procurement, and corporate development teams within a fast-paced infrastructure business.
Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including vendor, procurement, and customer agreements, considering commercial risk, operational needs, and financing bankability
- Advise internal stakeholders on contractual risks, obligations, and negotiation strategies
- Support procurement and delivery teams on equipment, construction, and services agreements related to data center projects
- Assist with corporate and structuring functions such as entity formation, corporate workflows, and governance negotiations
- Maintain and improve contract templates, playbooks, and approval workflows
- Track contractual obligations and support compliance with commercial terms
- Collaborate with General Counsel/VP Legal on regulatory, tax, and policy matters as needed
- Support due diligence processes for partnerships, financings, and other transactions
- Stay current on relevant legal and regulatory developments affecting the business
Requirements
- Minimum 4 years of experience as a commercial lawyer, either in-house or at a law firm, preferably supporting infrastructure, technology, or energy clients
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and active bar membership in a relevant jurisdiction (US or England)
- Strong skills in commercial contract drafting and negotiation
- Experience with vendor, procurement, or construction-related agreements is advantageous
- Ability to manage a high volume of contracts and competing priorities effectively
- Excellent judgment, attention to detail, and communication skills
- Comfortable working directly with business stakeholders outside of the legal department
- Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $160,000 to $210,000, based on role responsibilities
- Equity participation, providing opportunity to share in the company's long-term success
- Retirement/pension contributions
- Comprehensive health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
- Generous vacation allowance
Location
The organization has teams across London, Palo Alto, and New York, with rapid growth plans. Specific location details can be discussed during the hiring process.
Equal Opportunity
The employer is an equal opportunity organization committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. Employment decisions are based on skills, qualifications, experience, and business needs without discrimination on legally protected characteristics.
Accessibility
Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process to ensure accessibility for all candidates.