Senior Product and Regulatory Counsel – Washington DC, San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, New York City or Boston (931-SLS)

Our client, a rapidly growing, well-funded startup in stealth mode is looking to hire a Senior Product and Regulatory Counsel. The Senior Regulatory Counsel is not just joining a legal team—they will become a key player in driving forward the company’s central mission. The role is pivotal, intertwining legal expertise with
innovation to shape projects that make a real difference in the world. Working closely with legal, engineering, and program teams, this person will be at the forefront of addressing legal matters affecting technology development, investments, and private foundations in highly controlled industries in the U.S. and internationally.

Our client believes that highly intelligent software & hardware can help to preserve and protect the safety and freedom of people around the world. They are led by renowned technologists and are experiencing exponential growth. They are committed to pushing the boundaries of what's possible with technology, and are looking for a talented Senior Legal Counsel to join their innovative team.

Your mission? To provide dynamic legal, operational, and regulatory guidance that fuels product development, addresses data and information security, and protects intellectual property—all with the aim of pushing the boundaries of what's possible and improving the global landscape.

Here's what you'll be diving into::
• Supporting product development teams on all legal and regulatory issues that they encounter.
• Acting as a confidant and trusted advisor to the Legal Team Leader.
• Providing daily legal and operational guidance to business and engineering stakeholders.
• Crafting legal documents, policies, and training materials that are easily implementable and empower the company’s teams to thrive.
• Collaborating seamlessly with legal, business and program teams, fostering a culture of innovation.
• Ensuring that the organization maintains its dual use and commercial philosophy while engaging with a range of potential partners and customers.
• Tackling challenges head-on with a practical mindset, prioritizing resolutions that drive progress.

Requirements::
• A JD from a top-tier law school and active state bar membership.
• At least 7 years of legal experience, including a strong foundation counseling program or product teams in an in-house environment.
• Experience with communications, science and engineering, product development, and business operations, positioning you as a bridge between legal and other stakeholders and subject matter experts.
• Experience counseling teams around a wide range of regulatory matters, such as: FAA, FCC, product safety, privacy, commercial compliance
• A knack for navigating the startup scene, tech industry, and entrepreneurial landscapes.
• Ability to work across verticals to evaluate and solve unique fact patterns in a uniform, effective manner.
• An understanding of exempt and mission-driven organizations, coupled with a keen awareness of the regulatory framework and cultural nuances is nice to have.
• Security clearance is a plus, but not required.

In addition, our client is seeking someone who embodies::
• A commitment to operating in highly confidential environments, earning trust through your integrity.
• Sharp analytical skills, coupled with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts with clarity and the ability to understand and decipher highly technical science and engineering topics.
• Superb project management abilities, ensuring initiatives stay on track and deliver results.
• A knack for creative problem-solving, tackling challenges with innovation and agility.
• The capacity to juggle competing priorities with grace, adapting seamlessly to shifting landscapes.
• A dedication to responsiveness and service, putting our client’s teams' needs first in every interaction.

The Legal Team is composed of individuals with a passion for innovation and making a positive impact. The company values integrity, curiosity, humor and a collaborative spirit in our team members. This role can operate out of any our client’s Washington DC, SF Bay Area, Los Angeles, New York City or Boston offices.

The current targeted base salary for this position ranges from $350-425K base, plus equity and a potential bonus. Actual compensation is determined based on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, years of directly relevant experience, and geographic location.

Solutus has been selected as the exclusive representative for this search. Candidates applying directly to our client will be redirected to Solutus for consideration.

Ref. #931-SLS