The opportunity
We're looking for a Commercial Counsel, SPARC (Safety, Policy, and Research Contracts) to join our legal team at the forefront of shaping how cutting-edge AI technology reaches users, researchers, and enterprises worldwide. You'll work alongside experienced colleagues who…
What you'll do
Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, focusing mainly on AI: safety and research agreements, as well as GTM/Sales transactions including enterprise customer contracts
Partner closely with Sales and Go-to-Market teams to support deal velocity: and provide practical legal guidance
Help build and maintain commercial legal infrastructure, including contract: templates, playbooks, and process improvements
Partner with Policy, Safeguards, and Research teams on novel AI governance initiatives
Identify and escalate legal risks appropriately while supporting business momentum
Stay current on legal developments affecting AI technologies
What they're looking for
- Commercial experience supporting research collaborations and sponsored research and grant giving programs
- Curiosity about AI technology and AI policy, and a commitment to responsible AI development
- Experience with biotech, clinical research, or other life sciences transactions
- Familiarity with grant-making or grant-funded arrangements, including funding: terms and compliance considerations
- Experience advising on partnerships with non-profit foundations, academic: institutions, or industry trade groups
- Comfort advising research teams whose work doesn't follow a standard commercial playbook
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate legal concepts for non-legal audiences
- A collaborative approach to working with colleagues and external partners
