Gigaenergy13d ago

Head of Legal

RemoteRemoteexecutive

LegalManagement

0 views0 saves0 applied

Apply Now

Quick Summary

Overview

Why Join Giga The Pace: We're building at a speed most companies talk about but never actually operate at. If you've been bored somewhere else, you won't be here.

Technical Tools

LegalManagement

What We Offer

~1 min read

✓The Pace: We're building at a speed most companies talk about but never actually operate at. If you've been bored somewhere else, you won't be here.

✓The Impact: Every person at Giga touches the work that matters. No layers, no waiting for approval chains. You'll see your fingerprints on what we ship.

✓The Team: A team of operators defining the future of AI infrastructure. We recruit A-players from the most innovative companies in the world, and they choose Giga because the work here means more.

✓The Moment: AI doesn't run without power, and that's us. Giga is the picks and shovels behind the AI revolution. This industry is about to explode, and you'll be in the room where it's already happening.

Responsibilities

~1 min read

This is a rare opportunity to build something from the ground up. As our first legal hire, you will own the entire legal function — designing the infrastructure, establishing the processes, and laying the foundation for a team that scales with the business. You'll work directly alongside our CEO and executive leadership team as a true strategic partner, helping us move fast while managing risk intelligently. This is a high-visibility, high-impact role for a commercially minded lawyer who is energized by ambiguity and excited to leave a lasting mark on a growing company.

If based outside of our Houston, Long Beach or San Francisco hubs, this role will be based remotely from your home office. Occasional Travel is expected.

Responsibilities

~1 min read

→Build and own the company's legal function from the ground up, including team structure, outside counsel relationships, contract management processes, and legal operations
→Serve as the primary legal advisor to the CEO, executive team, and Board of Directors on all legal matters
→Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, vendor contracts, partnerships, and strategic transactions
→Develop and implement a compliance program covering data privacy, employment law, and applicable regulatory requirements
→Oversee corporate governance, entity management, and board-related matters
→Support financing transactions and potential M&A activity as the business scales
→Protect and manage the company's intellectual property portfolio, including trademarks, patents, and trade secrets
→Manage litigation and dispute resolution strategy, including outside counsel oversight

Nice to Have

~1 min read

Infrastructure, energy, data center, or manufacturing sector experience
Experience with power purchase agreements or real estate transactions
Background with international supply chain and vendor agreements
Familiarity with IPO preparation or public company compliance
Experience with project finance or power market regulations

Requirements

~1 min read

JD from an accredited law school with active bar membership
12+ years of legal experience
In-house legal experience at a high-growth or scaling company
Demonstrated experience building or leading a legal function, including establishing processes, policies, and outside counsel strategy
Experience advising C-suite and board-level stakeholders on complex legal and business matters
Track record negotiating and closing high-value commercial agreements

What We Offer

~1 min read

✓Subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance

✓Significant equity in a profitable, IPO-bound company

✓401(k) with 4% employer match

✓Unlimited PTO

✓Parental leave

✓FSA/HSA options

✓Commuter benefits

✓Monthly team on-sites across all offices

We don't use "A-player" loosely. Here's what it actually means at Giga:

Giga Energy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Giga Energy complies with all applicable labor laws, including the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and other relevant state and federal regulations. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage applicants who require accommodations during the hiring process to contact us.