Corporate Counsel, Harbinger Motors
$130-150k
+ Early-stage Stock Options
Office located in Garden Grove, CA
Commercial EV manufacturer
Be an early applicant
Commercial EV manufacturer
201-500 employees
Be an early applicant
$130-150k
+ Early-stage Stock Options
Office located in Garden Grove, CA
201-500 employees
Company mission
To transform the automotive and transportation industries, bringing to market EVs developed from the ground up to address the needs of the medium-duty vehicle industry.
Role
Who you are
- The “Foundation”: You trained at a top-tier law firm (AmLaw 50 preferred) and understand the rigor required for high-stakes corporate transactions
- The "Builder" Mindset: You want to roll up your sleeves, build processes from scratch, and see the physical result of your work drive out of the factory. A willingness to learn and a positive attitude are a must
- The "Athlete": You can shift gears instantly from drafting a board resolution to negotiating a vendor contract to advising on an employment issue
- Education: J.D. from a top-tier accredited law school
- Licensure: Active Bar admission in California (or ability to register immediately as Registered In-House Counsel)
- Experience: 3–5 years of relevant experience, primarily in Corporate, M&A, and Securities
- Technical Skills: Strong familiarity with corporate governance, venture capital financing, M&A deal structures, commercial contracts, and the basics of SEC reporting/public company governance
- Bonus Points: Experience in the Automotive, Mobility, Hardware, or CleanTech sectors
What the job involves
- This is a rare opportunity for a mid-level associate or junior in-house counsel to partner directly with a General Counsel and help develop the corporate and securities function of a hyper-growth automotive manufacturer
- You won't just be doing grunt work; you will be a major contributor to ensuring our corporate governance, helping build the legal infrastructure for IPO readiness, managing our capitalization table, and conducting M&A diligence
- This is a developmental role designed for expansive learning and growth
- Corporate Governance: Manage the company’s corporate housekeeping, including Board of Directors materials, minutes, and other documents
- Securities & Capital Markets: Oversee the legal aspects of future equity and debt financings, in close collaboration with the finance team. Manage cap table administration (Carta or similar) and stock plan administration
- IPO Readiness: Partner with the GC and finance team to build the internal controls, policies, and reporting structures required for a public listing (SEC '33 and '34 Act compliance)
- M&A & Strategic Transactions: Act as internal counsel for mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures, coordinating due diligence and helping managing outside counsel
- Commercial Support: Provide support on complex commercial agreements, partnering with engineering and supply chain teams to grow the business
- General Team Player: Dig in to provide legal guidance to clients across the company as part of a lean legal team
- Mentorship: Direct line to a seasoned GC who is invested in your professional growth
- Impact: You will own a function. Your work will directly impact the company’s ability to scale
- Culture: We are a team of engineers, builders, and problem solvers. No pretension, just execution
Our take
Traditionally, commercial fleets and medium-duty vehicle operators have faced barriers such as high acquisition costs and limited options in the electric vehicle market. Harbinger aims to disrupt this landscape by developing an electric stripped chassis that specifically caters to the performance, durability, and lifespan expectations of Class 4 to Class 6 vehicles.
The company's focus on delivering an EV platform priced with zero acquisition premium addresses a key obstacle in the widespread adoption of EVs within the commercial sector. With impressive funding to its name and a 2025-announced deal to build trucks for FedEx, Harbinger Motors is ready to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of electric mobility for commercial and speciality vehicles.
Steph
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
Company
Funding (last 2 of 5 rounds)
Nov 2025
$160m
SERIES C
Jan 2025
$100m
SERIES B
Total funding: $357.7m
Company benefits
- 100% Comprehensive Health Coverage: You and your loved ones are covered with top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Accelerate Your Wealth: As one of our first 100 employees, you'll have the opportunity to rev up your financial future with early-stage stock options
- Unleash Your Time: Take control of your work-life balance. Salaried teammates receive flexible PTO and the freedom to celebrate holidays and wellness days as you see fit
- Cruise into Vacations: Enjoy an exciting annual vacation stipend to help you recharge your batteries
- Fuel Your Day: Forget brown bag lunches; we've got you covered with paid lunches and dinners to keep you energized
Company HQ
West Garden Grove, Garden Grove, CA
Leadership
John Henry Harris
(Co-Founder & CEO)Previously worked at OED Consulting Engineers as a Hardware Engineering Consultant. They also served as the Head of Sentry Tower Hardware and principal Mechanical Engineer at Anduril Industries.
Phillip Weicker
(Co-Founder & CTO)Previously co-founded Cannoo and held various roles at the company between 2017 and 2020. Before Cannoo, they worked at Faraday Future where they served as the Director and Senior Manager of Battery Systems.
William Eberts
(Co-Founder & COO)Previously worked as an Engineering Project Manager at Anduril Industries. Before that, they were a Program Manager at Cannoo.
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