Assistant General Counsel, Aurora
Litigation
$235-376k
+ Bonus & Equity
Self-driving technology company
Open for applications
Self-driving technology company
1001+ employees
Open for applications
$235-376k
+ Bonus & Equity
1001+ employees
Company mission
To deliver the benefits of self-driving technology safely, quickly, and broadly.
Role
Who you are
- 10+ years of substantial legal experience advising on litigation/pre-litigation/disputes and, as a plus factor, other complex business negotiations and transactions, at a top-tier law firm and/or in-house legal department
- Demonstrated success in managing complex, high-stakes litigation/dispute matters from inception through resolution
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills, with a proven ability to translate legal complexities into practical business solutions
- Significant experience advising senior executives operating in a fast-paced, innovative environment, and delivering solutions that combine legal acumen with practical business judgment
- Outstanding communication (verbal and written), negotiation, and presentation skills, including the ability to effectively relay complex information in a concise format and to effectively interact with and influence all levels of the organization and external parties
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize workflow, meet demanding deadlines, and manage multi-faceted projects
- A proactive, results-oriented approach with a strong sense of ownership, accountability, and can-do attitude
- Proven track record of learning quickly, taking initiative, being resourceful, and taking on additional responsibility
- Law degree (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited institution and license or qualification to practice in the state where you will work
What the job involves
- We’re searching for an exceptional attorney and team player to join its legal team as Assistant General Counsel (AGC), Litigation. As AGC, Litigation, you will play a pivotal role at the forefront of technological innovation, partnering closely with business and engineering partners and other members of the legal team as you lead the company’s strategy on matters involving litigation, pre-litigation, and other disputes
- You also will play a leading role within the legal team in adjacent areas such as incident response, insurance, and more. If you have a passion for using your litigation background to solve complex legal challenges in cutting-edge industries, this role may be a fit for you
- Strategically manage and direct all aspects of the company’s litigation, pre-litigation, and dispute resolution portfolio, with a particular focus on commercial, products liability, and administrative/regulatory litigation matters
- Continuously enhance the company’s best practices to prepare for, manage, and resolve litigation, including e-discovery processes
- Select and manage outside counsel to drive cost-effective win strategies and results
- Partner with business, engineering, and legal team members supporting our customers, partners, and supply chain to help drive win-win outcomes and positive, long-term relationships
- Serve as a key legal team advisor on incident response and insurance matters, and coordinate with internal team members and insurance carriers on coverage and defense
- Contribute to a collaborative and high-performing legal team and company culture
- Serve as a trusted advisor to multiple internal business stakeholders, including senior executives, by understanding business objectives and driving sophisticated yet practical strategies to achieve them
- Maintain strong knowledge of litigation, arbitration, and mediation processes and litigation trends and developments related to the autonomous vehicle industry
Our take
In spite of emerging from stealth mode in 2018, Aurora is making strong waves in the flurry of startups racing to develop fully autonomous vehicles. Aurora’s hardware and software developments have focused historically on self-driving trucks, which it expects to launch commercially in 2024.
It recently named Ossa Fisher as its new President, who will focus on scaling operations ahead of this commercial launch. Passenger cars and associated services are expected to roll out following this launch. However, the self-driving industry is riddled with unmet deadlines, cash shortfalls, and tough technological challenges.
To remain competitive with deep-pocket industry giants like Tesla and Google’s Waymo, the company continues to land substantial backing from the likes of Sequoia Capital, accelerating its post-IPO growth. The pedigree of its founders may well continue to win over investor confidence. It boasts leading prior positions in the self-driving divisions of Tesla, Uber, and Google.
Steph
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
8% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 3 rounds)
Dec 2020
$400m
GROWTH EQUITY VC
Feb 2019
$600m
SERIES B
Total funding: $1.1bn
Company benefits
- Choice of regional HMO options, PPO options, and high deductible plans, with the option to contribute to a health savings account (HSA). If you choose a high deductible health plan, Aurora will make employer contributions to your HSA
- Comprehensive dental coverage and access to a nationwide provider network
- Coverage for vision exams, glasses, contacts, discounts for LASIK, and other vision services through a nationwide provider network
- In-office lunches, snacks, and drinks available
- GymPass offers on-demand virtual classes (fitness, yoga, strength, and more), well-being coaching, and budget management. Discount on nationwide gym memberships
- Headspace offers access to guided sessions that focus on everything from stress to relationships, anxiety, and sleep
- SoFi. Refinance your home, student and personal loans
- Fetch offers discounts on pet insurance
- PerkSpot offers discounts on vacations, car rentals, and entertainment
- Access support services to help with your family planning journey including fertility care, adoption, and surrogacy. Reimbursement of $20,000 lifetime benefit
- Save for your future with Aurora’s 401(k) Plan. Pre-tax and Roth contribution options are available
- 24/7 access to online resources and unlimited phone consultations for stress, grief counseling, depression, and relationship conflicts (personal and professional), and limited in-person sessions
- Set aside pre-tax money to pay for qualified transit and commuter benefits
- Cigna travel accident insurance provided for business travel
- LinkedIn Learning is an e-learning resource to support professional development. Aurora Academy is an internal learning and development program designed to up-level our team by teaching skills that are essential to Aurora’s mission
- Modern Health is a mental wellness benefit that includes 14 sessions with a certified coach and 12 sessions with a therapist, if needed. Unlimited access to live provider- lead community circles, digital mediation, and more
- Flexible/reasonable vacation for salaried employees; accrual of 20 vacation days per year for non-exempt employees, 11 paid company holidays per year, and reasonable sick time to stay home, rest, and get better
- Network of employee-led groups that represent Aurorans, organized by cultural identity or collaborative purpose
- Aurora provides all new parents and caregivers 18 weeks of coordinated pay and time off for the birth or placement of a child. Up to 4 weeks of paid medical leave for your own personal illness or injury, or to care for a sick family member
- Set aside pre-tax money to pay for healthcare and dependent daycare expenses using FSA plans
- Company-paid premiums for life insurance (2x salary up to $500,000). Voluntary life & AD&D coverage for you and your dependents is available. Short-term disability benefits are 60% weekly benefit up to a max of $2,500 after a short waiting period. Long-term disability benefits are 60% of monthly salary to $10,000 after a waiting period. Option to enroll in voluntary life/AD&D insurance
- 24/7 access to Unum’s worldwide emergency travel assistance services for personal travel
Company HQ
Mountain View, CA
Leadership
Chris Urmson
(CEO)They have a PhD in Robotics from Carnegie Mellon, and worked as a robotics research scientist at SAIC. They were CTO of Self-Driving Cars at Google.
Sterling Anderson
(CPO)They received a PhD in Robotics from MIT before co-founding Gimlet Systems. They were an Engagement Manager at McKinsey and Director of Autopilot Programs at Tesla.
Drew Bagnell
(Chief Scientist)They hold a Robotics PhD from Carnegie Mellon, where they are also an Associate Professor. They were Autonomy Architect and Perception Lead at Uber Advanced Technology Center. Held the position of CTO at Aurora for over 3 years.
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