Sr. Corporate Counsel

About Harbinger

Harbinger Motors Inc. is a Southern California-based electric vehicle manufacturer on a mission to transform the automotive and transportation industries, bringing to market EVs developed from the ground up to address the needs of the Medium Duty vehicle industry. This broad, and to date poorly addressed, market segment includes class 4 to 7 commercial delivery vehicles, RVs and utility vehicles, among others. Leveraging a foundation of proprietary, in-house developed vehicle technologies, Harbinger's first-of-its-kind EV platform will bring enhancements in vehicle performance, durability and operator comfort. And importantly, Harbinger's vehicles will be priced for zero acquisition premium relative to traditional gas- and diesel-based competitors, removing one of the most tenacious barriers to EV adoption.

Harbinger's team, with operations in Southern California and Michigan, includes industry veterans with expertise in powertrain, battery, chassis and software development, along with leaders in advanced manufacturing, corporate development, operations and finance. Our team members come from leading innovators, both in and out of the automotive industry, including Tesla, Rivian, Canoo, Ford, Anduril, and SpaceX.

Founded in 2021, Harbinger is a venture-backed startup on a rapid growth trajectory, looking for candidates that thrive on tackling complex challenges and who share in our passion to bring clean transportation alternatives to a segment of the market starving for innovation.

 

Job Overview

We are looking for an eager, dynamic attorney to join our growing legal team! This role will be the second hire to the legal team, reporting directly to the General Counsel / Head of Corporate Development, serving in a leadership capacity and helping to build out the company’s legal function.

 

What You’ll Do:

• Lead negotiations on complex transactions, including financings, technology transactions, customer and distributor agreements, strategic partnerships, joint ventures and acquisitions to support the business in meeting its goals and protecting the company's interests
• Draft, review, negotiate and interpret a variety of supplier agreements, including but not limited to master agreements, statements of work, consulting agreements, NDA's, and other service agreements
• Identify risks inherent in business decisions and develop solutions to problems that mitigate risk and promote successful operations
• Work with other members of the legal department and members of senior management to develop and refine key company policies and procedures
• Take lead role on various initiatives, such as product launch support/go-to-market, regulatory compliance, government affairs and incentives, intellectual property, privacy, labor and immigration, marketing, etc.
• Manage external legal resources to ensure appropriate coordination and management of costs

 

Who You Are:

• J.D. degree with strong academic credentials from an accredited law school
• Membership in good standing of the California State Bar (or Registered in-house counsel – willing to accommodate a relocation)
• 5+ years of transactional experience in a law firm or in-house environment
• Outstanding writing skills and attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
• Understanding of business issues and challenges
• Flexibility to adjust priorities and manage time wisely in a fast-paced environment with multiple stakeholders
• Ability to communicate succinctly in writing and draft correspondence relating to business and legal matters
• Intellectual curiosity and a willingness and desire to take on new challenges – identify a need and find and carry out a solution (often one that is not a purely legal solution)
• Positive attitude and a desire to help grow a strong, supportive team and collaborative company culture

 

Preferred Experience:

• 9+ years of transactional experience in a law firm or in-house environment
• Knowledge and expertise in one or more specialized areas of law such as employment, privacy, tax, intellectual property, automotive leasing, or other areas applicable in a corporate law department
• Experience with the automotive industry, at a startup, OEM or dynamic supplier
• Be someone that enjoys wearing many hats – if you want it, this role will offer you the opportunity to “make your own adventure” and expand beyond your core function

Rev up your career with our electrifying compensation and benefits package! At Harbinger Motors, we understand that your skills, experience, and expertise are as unique as our cutting-edge electric vehicles. That's why we tailor o