Deputy General Counsel

Redwood Materials is seeking talented attorney for our Deputy General Counsel, Corporate position. This position will report directly to our General Counsel and will be a key part of the Legal Team, having the ability to influence and work on exciting legal issues. You will collaborate with cross functional partners to ensure operational excellence and move strategic plans through to completion.

Responsibilities will include:

• Leading strategic transactions for the Company, including debt and equity financings, mergers and acquisitions, corporate and project finance, joint-ventures and partnerships.
• Managing the deal process from start to finish, including working with outside and internal counsel and cross-functional teams, drafting and negotiating transaction agreements, managing due diligence and closing. 
• Partnering closely with and advising Finance, Corporate and Business Development Teams and other functions across the Company to effectively achieve strategic Company goals.
• Helping to develop and manage best-in-class corporate governance, including relationships and agreements with investors and shareholders.
• Working with other attorneys on the Legal Team to advance customer relationships and negotiation of customer agreements and amendments. 
• Supporting employee equity and liquidity programs, including equity issuances and secondary share sales.
• Leading the Company’s corporate and securities compliance, as well as, overseeing compliance with and management of Company’s existing and future commercial and financing agreements.  
• Resolving issues that arise in existing commercial relationships and handling pre-litigation legal disputes and inquiries.
• Assisting with other matters as may be necessary from time to time

Desired Qualifications

• JD degree and membership in at least one state bar is required
• 12+ years of experience practicing law, inhouse experience preferred
• US and Global transaction experience
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects at once
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and leadership skills
• A passion for sustainability and making the world a better place!