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Job Description
The Opportunity Quartermaster AI is looking for a mission-driven General Counsel to serve as a key member of our executive leadership team. You won't just be "the lawyer"; you will be a strategic architect of our growth. As we scale our AI solutions within highly regulated environments, you will navigate the complex intersection of cutting-edge technology, national security, and global commerce.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Governance Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board of Directors on legal, ethical, and business implications of company strategy. Lead corporate governance, including Board meeting preparation, minutes, and equity plan administration.
Manage the company’s corporate structure and international expansion strategy. Commercial & Government Contracting Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements, including SaaS licenses, vendor contracts, and strategic alliances. Defense Focus: Oversee the full lifecycle of U. S.
Government (USG) contracts, ensuring strict adherence to FAR/DFARS regulations. Partner with Business Development to accelerate deal cycles while protecting company interests.
Compliance, Security & Regulatory Act as the primary authority on Export Controls (ITAR/EAR) and ensure compliance with security clearance requirements. Stay ahead of the curve on evolving AI regulations , data privacy (GDPR/CCPA), and cybersecurity standards.
Develop and implement internal policies and training to maintain a culture of compliance. Corporate Transactions & IP Strategy Lead legal due diligence and execution for venture financing rounds, debt financing, and potential M&A.
Manage and grow the company’s Intellectual Property (IP) portfolio, ensuring our AI innovations are robustly protected through patents, trademarks, and trade secrets.
The Ideal Candidate Criteria Requirement Experience: 10+ years of practicing law, with a significant tenure in-house at a high-growth technology or defense company. Education: J. D. from