Corporate Counsel
$125,000–$165,000 year
On-site · Berthoud, Colorado, United States
Job Summary
The Corporate Counsel at Ursa Major is responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial contracts including government contracts and service agreements. This role collaborates with various departments to ensure compliance with legal obligations, identifies business and legal risks, and develops mitigation strategies. Candidates should possess a JD from an ABA accredited law school, at least 8 years of legal experience, and the ability to navigate complex legal issues effectively. Attention to detail, flexibility in prioritizing workload, and strong business acumen are essential. The position requires US citizenship or permanent residency and the ability to obtain a security clearance.
Required Qualifications
- JD from an ABA accredited law school
- At least 8 years of legal experience
- Ability to obtain a top secret security clearance
- Experience advising on and addressing contractual and legal issues prior to and after contract completion
- Extreme attention to detail, specifically in written communication and contract drafting.
- Business acumen to balance legal risk with Ursa Major’s goals, creatively strategize solutions, and work with the internal team to guide the company towards success
- Highly responsive with a service-oriented attitude and demonstrated sense of ownership to drive matters to conclusion
- Ability to make complex legal issues clear and digestible to the rest of the team
- Motivated by solving hard technical and business challenges with a dedicated and industry-leading team
Desired Qualifications
- Preferred prior in-house experience
- Familiarity with aerospace industry
- Experience scaling a high-growth startup
- Intellectual property and licensing expertise
- Experience in a highly regulated industry
- Experience with FARS and DFARS
Additional Requirements
- US CITIZENSHIP, PERMANENT RESIDENCY, REFUGEE OR ASYLUM STATUS IS REQUIRED
- Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance
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