Senior Counsel

Company: Wing Inflatables, Inc.
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: November 14, 2024

Job Description:

About Wing:Wing offers drone delivery as a safe, fast, and sustainable solution for last mile logistics. Consumer appetites for on-demand services are increasing, but current delivery methods are inefficient, costly, and contribute to road accidents and air pollution. Wing's fleet of highly automated delivery drones can transport small packages directly from businesses to homes on-demand, in minutes. We design, build, and operate our aircraft, and offer drone delivery services on three continents. Our technology is designed to be easy to integrate into existing delivery and logistics networks, offering a scalable drone delivery solution for a broad range of businesses. Wing is a part of Google's parent company, Alphabet, and our mission is to create the preferred means of delivery for the planet. To do this, we must build a workforce that's representative of the global communities that we serve. If you're ready to do the greatest work of your life, come join us.About the Role:Wing is looking for an Associate General Counsel to join our Legal Team based in Palo Alto, CA. As Commercial Counsel at Wing, you'll tackle exciting legal challenges at the forefront of drone delivery services. You'll collaborate with teams across the company to shape innovative solutions and work with cutting-edge aviation technology as you streamline processes and shape Wing's future.What You'll Do:

• Lead Strategic Legal Initiatives: Develop and drive high-impact legal projects that shape Wing's commercial strategy and influence company-wide decision-making.
• Provide Expert Legal Counsel: Advise senior management and cross-functional teams on a wide range of legal matters, including complex agreements, intellectual property, data privacy, regulatory compliance, and strategic transactions.
• Oversee Commercial Transactions: Lead the review, drafting, and negotiation of a diverse portfolio of agreements, including inbound services, SaaS, software licenses, partnerships, and strategic alliances. Ensure agreements are aligned with Wing's business objectives, policies, and risk tolerance.
• Drive Operational Excellence: Centralize and standardize procurement processes across Wing, implementing best practices and improving efficiency. Develop and implement scalable legal processes to support Wing's rapid growth.
• Manage Legal Risk: Proactively identify and mitigate legal risks, providing guidance on compliance with US and international laws related to privacy, data protection, employment, and intellectual property.What You'll Need:
  • Juris Doctor or equivalent admission to at least one US state bar
  • 15+ years of relevant experience with subject matter expertise in contract creation and negotiation and commercial procurement
  • Collaborative team player with strong project management and interpersonal communication skills for independent and group projects
  • Resourceful problem-solver with strong business acumen
  • Compelling communicator across written, verbal, and presentation formats
  • Proficient in financial and workplace technology, including project management and team collaboration software
  • Experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements and terms and conditionsThe US base salary range for this full-time position is the salary range below + bonus + equity + benefits. Wing's salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.Salary Range:$308,000 - $346,000 USDAt Wing, we don't just accept differences - we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products and our community. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. If you think this position could be a fit but are unsure about applying, we would still love for you to do so!
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