About SpaceX
Revolutionizing space travel for humanity's future
Key Highlights
- Founded in 2002 by Elon Musk
- Headquartered in Hawthorne, California
- Developed Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy rockets
- Raised over $7 billion with a valuation of $137 billion
SpaceX, founded in 2002 by Elon Musk, is a leading aerospace manufacturer and space transportation company headquartered in Hawthorne, California. The company has developed the Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy rockets, as well as the Dragon spacecraft, which delivers cargo to the International Space Statio...
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Overview
SpaceX is seeking a Senior Corporate Counsel to provide legal guidance on corporate transactions and strategic investments. You'll support various internal teams and manage corporate legal affairs. This role requires a JD and 5+ years of corporate law experience.
Job Description
Who you are
You are a seasoned legal professional with a JD from an ABA-accredited law school and over 5 years of corporate law experience. Your background includes in-house counsel experience, and you have the ability to register as in-house counsel in California. You have a strong understanding of corporate transactions and the legal intricacies involved in them. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with finance and engineering teams to navigate complex legal and business issues. Your experience at a top-tier law firm has equipped you with the skills necessary to draft, negotiate, and review a wide range of commercial agreements. You are adept at managing corporate legal affairs both domestically and internationally, ensuring compliance with legal standards and regulatory expectations.
Desirable
You have a proactive approach to legal challenges and enjoy educating internal teams on legal standards. Your ability to devise creative solutions to legal risks makes you a trusted advisor within the organization. You are committed to fostering strong relationships across various business teams, enhancing collaboration and understanding of legal implications in business decisions.
What you'll do
As a Corporate Counsel at SpaceX, you will take ownership of all legal aspects of corporate transactions, including legal diligence, negotiation, deal execution, and integration planning. You will draft and implement transaction playbooks and integration checklists to streamline processes. Your role will involve managing the company’s and its subsidiaries’ corporate legal affairs, ensuring that all legal requirements are met. You will collaborate with the stock administration team on employee stock plan documents and related communications, providing legal support to enhance employee engagement and compliance. Additionally, you will support training efforts to educate internal teams on legal standards and regulatory expectations, fostering a culture of compliance and awareness within the organization. You will work cross-functionally with business teams to analyze legal risks and develop strong, trusted advisor relationships, ensuring that legal considerations are integrated into business strategies.
What we offer
At SpaceX, you will be part of a mission-driven organization focused on enabling human life on Mars. You will work in a dynamic environment where your legal expertise will directly impact the company’s strategic initiatives. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. Join us in our quest to explore the stars and make a difference in the future of humanity.
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