Commercial Counsel, SPARC

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In the posting’s own words

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 operate as true strategic partners (moving fast, thinking creatively, and working collaboratively) on cutting-edge AI safety and research agreements, including threat-sharing frameworks with leading security organizations and collaborations that shape and advance responsible AI development standards. You'll also focus on supporting our Go-to-Market teams, handling enterprise agreements and customer negotiations. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney to develop deep expertise in their commercial transactions career while contributing directly to responsible AI development.

What it asks for · 3

• J.D. and active membership in at least one U.S. state bar (California preferred)
• Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements
• Demonstrated ability to provide clear, practical legal guidance to non-lawyers on complex commercial law matters

Also a plus

• 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

What the job covers

• 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

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Words the posting leans on

• commercial14×
• research14×
• legal13×
• agreements12×
• experience12×
• partner7×
• policy7×
• transactions7×
• contracts5×
• supporting5×
• technology5×
• advising4×
• commercial agreements4×
• considerations4×
• enterprise4×
• legal guidance4×

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