Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Senior Counsel - Infrastructure & Capex

Legal Counsel & Legal SupportConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timePalo Alto, CA, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

At least 10 years of experience handling complex commercial contracts, including purchase and sale agreements, services, equipment leases, letters of intent, and joint development agreements.
Expertise in drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts.
A J.D. and admission to at least one U.S. state bar.
A combination of law firm and in-house legal experience.
Ability to work independently, prioritize workflows, meet deadlines, and manage multifaceted projects in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to simplify complex legal concepts for stakeholders.
Practical business judgment and a proactive approach to legal and operational challenges.

Responsibilities

Lead negotiations for commercial agreements, including nondisclosure agreements, supply agreements, equipment purchases, service contracts, and research and development partnerships.
Provide legal advice on international trade law, regulatory compliance, including export controls under the Export Administration Regulations and International Traffic in Arms Regulations, technology licensing, technology transfer agreements, and intellectual-property-intensive transactions.
Drive cost-savings initiatives and implement strategic sourcing best practices.
Offer guidance on operational transactions, such as joint development agreements, research and development partnerships, and warranty claims.
Travel as required to support business objectives and transactional needs.

Category	Legal & Government Affairs
Location	PALO ALTO, California
Requisition ID	265830
Type	Full-time

Job Description

<p>Tesla is seeking a skilled Senior Counsel to join our Legal Team, with a focus on infrastructure and capital expenditures (CapEx). This role will play a critical part in supporting domestic and international transactions related to capital equipment procurement. The position involves close collaboration with business teams to navigate negotiations, draft contracts, and drive strategic initiatives, ensuring legal compliance and operational success in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.</p>

Job Responsibilities

Lead negotiations for commercial agreements, including NDAs, supply agreements, equipment purchases, service contracts, and R&D partnerships
Provide legal advice on international trade law, regulatory compliance (e.g., export controls under EAR/ITAR), technology licensing, technology transfer agreements, or IP-intensive transactions
Drive cost savings initiatives and implement strategic sourcing best practices
Offer guidance on operational transactions, such as joint development agreements, R&D partnerships, and warranty claims
Travel as required to support business objectives and transactional needs

Job Requirements

Minimum of 10 years of experience handling complex commercial contracts, including purchase and sale agreements, services, equipment leases, letters of intent, and joint development agreements
Expertise in drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proven ability to work independently, prioritize workflows, meet deadlines, and manage multifaceted projects in a fast-paced environment
J.D. with strong academic credentials and admission to at least one U.S. state bar
Combination of law firm and in-house legal experience
Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex legal concepts for stakeholders
Practical business judgment and a proactive approach to addressing legal and operational challenges

About the Company

Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Tesla makes electric cars and batteries that store power for homes and utilities, and it develops self-driving software and humanoid robots. In 2023, its Model Y became the first electric vehicle to rank as the world's best-selling car. Buyers order the Model 3 sedan, Model Y SUV, or Cybertruck pickup directly from Tesla instead of through dealers, and they charge on its Supercharger fast-charging network. It also sells Megapack and Powerwall batteries, runs a robotaxi service, and charges drivers a monthly fee for self-driving software that still needs their supervision. Tesla was founded in 2003, with Elon Musk as its lead early investor and a recognized co-founder, and it is based in Austin, Texas.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Austin, TX
Founded: 2003

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