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About VoltaVolta is the category-defining, fully vertically integrated AI infrastructure platform - from capital to clusters to software, under a founder-led enterprise. Our mission is The Utility of Compute™: AI infrastructure as dependable and available as electricity, for every organization that needs it. Launched with a $10B strategic partnership with one of the leading frontier AI labs, a Series A led by Andreessen Horowitz, and a $5B AI Infrastructure Fund, Volta is building the infrastructure layer of the AI era from the ground up.
We are 100+ people across London, Palo Alto, and New York, with rapid growth expectations to hundreds.
About the Role
This Legal Counsel role will support Volta's Executive team and Legal / Compliance team in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating the agreements that underpin the company's fundraising, strategic direction and operations - from capital raises with investors / debt financings, vendor / procurement contracts to customer / partnership agreements.This role works also closely with the Delivery, Procurement, and Corporate Development teams across a fast-moving infrastructure business, and is well suited to a lawyer who enjoys getting close to the commercial detail.What You Will Be DoingDraft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including vendor, procurement, and customer agreements, factoring in commercial risk, operational
Requirements
, and bankability considerations for financingAdvise internal stakeholders on contractual risk, obligations, and negotiation strategySupport procurement and delivery teams on equipment, construction, and services agreements for data center projectsAssist with corporate and structuring functions (entity structuring / formation, corporate workflows, governance negotiations)Maintain and improve contract templates, playbooks, and approval workflowsTrack contractual obligations and support compliance with commercial termsCollaborate with the General Counsel / VP Legal on regulatory, tax and policy matters as neededSupport due diligence for partnerships, financings, and other transactionsStay current on relevant legal and regulatory developments affecting the businessWhat You Bring4+ years of experience as a commercial lawyer, in-house or at a law firm, ideally supporting infrastructure, technology, or energy clientsJ.D. and active bar membership in a relevant jurisdiction (US / England)Strong commercial contract drafting and negotiation skillsExperience with vendor, procurement, or construction-related agreements is a plusAbility to manage a high volume of contracts and competing prioritiesExcellent judgment, attention to detail, and communication skillsComfortable working directly with business stakeholders outside of LegalExperience working in a fast-paced, high-growth environmentREQ-30What We OfferAt Volta, we believe people do their best work when they feel supported, trusted and able to grow. We're building a company where you can make an impact, keep a healthy balance between work and life, and build a career you're proud of. As a global team, we do our best to provide great
Benefits
wherever you're based. While some
Benefits
vary by country due to local regulations, we believe looking after our people is simply the right thing to do.Competitive salary based on the work you do here, not your previous salaryEquity in Volta, giving you the opportunity to share in the company's long-term successRetirement/pension contributionsComprehensive health, wellbeing and insurance
Benefits
Generous number of vacation days each yearAdditional InformationEqual OpportunityVolta is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and make employment decisions based on skills,
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, experience and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic.AccessibilityVolta is committed to providing an accessible recruitment experience for all candidates. If you require accommodations or adjustments at any stage of the application or interview process, please contact us at
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