Commercial Counsel

Founded to enable the coming electrification of everything, Group14 is the largest commercial manufacturer and supplier of advanced silicon battery technology, elevating performance for every type of battery application. With headquarters in Woodinville, WA, Group14 enables battery manufacturers and world-leading OEMs in automotive, consumer electronics, and beyond to achieve transformational milestones for a more sustainable future.

Backed by notable strategic investors and customers such as Porsche AG, Amperex Technology Limited (ATL), BASF, Resonac, and SK Inc, Group14 recently raised a $614 million Series C round and secured an additional $100 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to scale its technology.

WE'RE ON A QUEST TO ELECTRIFY THE WORLD

The electrification of everything starts with amazing people. We believe that a more sustainably powered world requires solutions for today, not years from now. The passion, collaboration, perseverance, and bravery of our team continually inspires us to push beyond the conventional to deliver the truly incredible with everything we do.

Group14’s dedication to meeting the battery demands of today through lithium-silicon battery innovation and scalable commercial manufacturing processes are what differentiates us and makes us a reliable partner. Recognized by the Department of Energy for its novel, drop-in ready nanomaterials and reliable industrial-scale process, Group14 serves the global transition to an all-electric future.

Group14 is looking for a Commercial Counsel to join our growing team supporting the company’s legal operations. The Commercial Counsel will help drive Group14’s legal docket, contract negotiations, and various corporate matters directly counseling business clients on day-to-day, cross functional legal matters.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

-Negotiate, draft, and review a wide variety of contracts such as sales agreements and supplier and vendor agreements, preferably in the automotive industry or adjacent.

-Serve as the in-house resource for corporate transactions such as financing events, investments, liquidity events, M&A, etc.

-Support corporate governance structure helping Group14 define and manage appropriate risk tolerance.

-Draft and maintain a variety of legal and business forms and documents, including form agreements.

-Work closely with cross-functional partners across the company to identify and mitigate risk.

-Prepare and deliver training, communications, and presentations to employees, management, and executives to drive policy.

-Draft legal and research memorandums.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

-7+ years of legal experience required, with an emphasis on handling commercial transactions, in-house and/or at a law firm.

-Significant experience negotiating, drafting, and solving issues for various types of commercial contracts, including those relating to manufacturing vendors, technology vendors, automotive suppliers, software, professional services, and environmental health and safety.

-Strong negotiating skills, including experience with shaping strategy and focus across the company.

-Understanding of automotive supplier contracting process preferred.

-Strong written and verbal communication skills when communicating at all levels within team and across the company.

-Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and comfort with the uncertainty associated with building a business.

-Juris Doctorate and at least one state bar required.

OTHER QUALITIES WE’D LOVE FOR YOU TO HAVE:

-Direct hands-on experience in one or more of litigation, employment, or corporate governance matters.

-Experience advising clients on European matters and managing outside counsel, preferably in Germany.

-Experience in a battery startup or adjacent experience is also beneficial.

-Experience with advanced materials technology such as technical undergraduate or as legal counsel. Preferably in the battery space.

GROUP14 OFFERS COMPELLING BENEFITS:

-Medical, dental, vision, long-term and short-term disability insurance

-Benefits are 100% paid for by the company for employees (80% for dependents)

-Paid time off

-401(k) with company match

-Stock options

GROUP14 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

We love creating opportunities for others by connecting people from widely diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and geographies. So, being diverse and inclusive isn’t just something we strive for, it is who we are, and part of what we do each and every single day. We want to ensure that as an employee, you feel Group14 is a place where, no matter who you are, you feel safe, included, and that you have the opportunity to bring your unique self to work.

Please note: We are not able to accommodate candidates in need of work sponsorship at this time.

The annual base salary range for this position is $150,000 - $200,000. All positions come with a company bonus and stock options. The actual base pay offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, the applicant’s qualifications for the position; years of relevant experience; specific and unique skills; level of education attained; certifications or other professional licenses held; other legitimate, non-discriminatory business factors specific to the position; and the geographic location in which the position is located.