General Counsel

JD from accredited law school; active bar membership in good standing 10+ years legal experience with at least 5 years as General Counsel, Deputy GC, or senior legal leader at a growth-stage company Proven track record taking a company through IPO process including SEC filings, S-1 preparation, corporate governance, and public company compliance Deep expertise in corporate law, securities law, M&A, and commercial contracts Experience with infrastructure, energy, real estate, or manufacturing businesses and related regulatory frameworks Strong understanding of corporate governance, board dynamics, and fiduciary duties Track record building legal functions from early-stage through public company scale Ability to balance risk management with business velocity Experience negotiating complex, high-value commercial agreements with enterprise customers Hands-on operator who can draft contracts, negotiate deals, and provide practical legal guidance Exceptional business judgment and ability to translate legal concepts for non-legal audiences Experience managing international operations and cross-border transactions

Serve as strategic legal advisor to CEO, executive team, and Board of Directors Build and lead the legal function from ground up, including hiring and managing legal team and outside counsel Prepare company for IPO including SEC compliance, corporate governance, board processes, and S-1 preparation Negotiate and structure major customer contracts, power purchase agreements, and site development deals Manage all corporate governance matters including board meetings, equity administration, and corporate housekeeping Oversee regulatory compliance across energy, environmental, data center, and manufacturing regulations in multiple jurisdictions Lead M&A due diligence, structuring, and integration for strategic acquisitions Develop and implement compliance programs for SOX, export controls, and international operations Structure and negotiate real estate transactions including land acquisitions, easements, and development agreements Manage intellectual property strategy including patents, trademarks, and trade secrets related to our manufacturing capabilities Draft and negotiate vendor agreements with international manufacturing partners in China and India Handle employment law matters, equity compensation plans, and executive agreements Oversee litigation strategy and manage outside litigation counsel Advise on fundraising activities including term sheet negotiations and investor documentation