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Posted May 03, 2024

Senior Counsel

Wing
Palo Alto, CA Full Time
Reference: Wing7337142002

About Wing:

Wing offers drone delivery as a safe, fast, and sustainable solution for last mile logistics. Consumer appetites for on-demand services are increasing, but current delivery methods are inefficient, costly, and contribute to road accidents and air pollution. Wings fleet of highly automated delivery drones can transport small packages directly from businesses to homes on-demand, in minutes. We design, build, and operate our aircraft, and offer drone delivery services on three continents. Our technology is designed to be easy to integrate into existing delivery and logistics networks, offering a scalable drone delivery solution for a broad range of businesses. Wing is a part of Google's parent company, Alphabet, and our mission is to create the preferred means of delivery for the planet. To do this, we must build a workforce that's representative of the global communities that we serve. If you're ready to do the greatest work of your life, come join us.

About the Role:

Wing is looking for a Senior Counsel to join our Legal Team based in Palo Alto, CA. As Commercial Counsel at Wing, you'll tackle exciting legal challenges at the forefront of drone delivery services. You'll collaborate with teams across the company to shape innovative solutions and work with cutting-edge aviation technology as you streamline processes and shape Wing's future.

What Youll Do:

  • Drive strategic, high-impact legal initiatives, setting direction for complex projects and influencing company-wide decision-making. Provide leadership and expertise to facilitate cross-team collaboration and implement solutions for complex legal challenges.
  • Drive continuous improvement of Wings agreements and legal processes, centralizing and standardizing procurement work across Wing.
  • Review, draft, and negotiate diverse agreements (inbound services, SaaS, software licenses, sponsorships, etc.) ensuring alignment with Wing's policies and risk parameters
  • Advise internal clients on legal risks, complex agreements, approval processes, company policies, intellectual property, and strategic decision-making.
  • Ensure compliance with US and international laws surrounding privacy, data protection, employment, and intellectual property.

What Youll Need:

  • Juris Doctor or equivalent
  • Admission to at least one US state bar
  • 12+ years of relevant experience with subject matter expertise in contract creation and negotiation and commercial procurement
  • Collaborative team player with strong project management and interpersonal communication skills for independent and group projects
  • Resourceful problem-solver with strong business acumen
  • Compelling communicator across written, verbal, and presentation formats
  • Proficient in financial and workplace technology, including project management and team collaboration software
  • Experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements and terms and conditions

Bonus:

  • Experience with hardware and software and automating operations
  • Passion or interest in aviation

The US base salary range for this full-time position is the salary range below + bonus + equity + benefits. Wings salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.

Salary Range
$260,000—$292,000 USD

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