May Mobility is transforming cities through autonomous technology to create a safer, greener, more accessible world.May develops and deploys autonomous vehicles (AVs) powered by our innovative Multi-Policy Decision Making (MPDM) technology that literally reimagines the way AVs think.Since our founding in 2017, we’ve given more than 500,000 autonomous rides to real people around the globe.Job SummaryMay Mobility is looking for a Corporate Counsel to join and support our Legal team and serve as a trusted business partner across the organization. This is a high-impact, hands-on role for a versatile attorney who thrives in a fast-paced, growth-stage environment. You will negotiate and manage supplier and commercial agreements, help build and maintain compliance programs, review press releases and marketing blogs, and provide practical legal guidance on a range of issues that arise as we scale our autonomous vehicle operations worldwide.The ideal candidate brings subject matter expertise in one or more of the following areas: regulatory affairs, safety and product liability, data privacy, intellectual property including patents, or employment law. You will work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, finance, and business development teams and will have a direct hand in shaping the legal infrastructure of a company at the forefront of the autonomous mobility revolution.Essential ResponsibilitiesDraft, review, and negotiate a range of commercial and supplier agreements, including hardware supply, software licensing, services, joint development, and partnership agreements, while developing and maintaining playbooks, templates, and negotiation guidelines for use across the legal teamDesign, implement, and maintain compliance programs and policies covering areas such as data privacy, safety, regulatory obligations, and corporate governanceProvide day-to-day legal counsel to cross-functional teams including engineering, operations, business development, government affairs, marketing, and human resourcesAdvise on regulatory matters related to autonomous vehicle testing, deployment, and commercialization at the federal, state, and local levelsSupport the management of outside counsel and coordinate with external advisors on specialized matters including litigation, IP, and regulatory filingsMonitor and analyze evolving laws and regulations affecting autonomous vehicles, transportation, data privacy, and employment, and summarize business implications to leadershipDevelop and deliver training programs on legal compliance, contracting best practices, and risk management for business teamsAssist with corporate transactions, equity matters, and board-related activities as neededSkills and AbilitiesSuccess in this role typically requires the following competencies:Strategic risk assessmentCross-functional collaborationSound judgment under ambiguityAbility to balance innovation with complianceQualifications and ExperienceCandidates most successful in this role typically hold the following qualifications or comparable knowledge or experience:J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar5–8 years of legal experience, including a combination of law firm and in-house counsel experience (experience at a technology, automotive, or mobility company is strongly preferred)Demonstrated experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial and supplier agreementsExperience developing or managing compliance programs, policies, or internal controlsSubstantive expertise in at least one of the following: regulatory affairs, safety/product liability, data privacy (e.g., CCPA, CPRA, APPI, GDPR), or employment lawStrong business judgment with the ability to balance legal risk against operational objectives in a fast-moving environmentExcellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill complex legal concepts for non-legal audiencesPreferred Experience in the autonomous vehicle, automotive, robotics, or advanced transportation technology sectorFamiliarity with NHTSA regulations, FMVSS standards, state AV legislation, or other transportation safety frameworksExperience advising on data privacy matters in the context of connected or autonomous vehicles, including geolocation data, telematics, and rider dataBackground in government affairs, public policy, or working with regulatory agencies (DOT, NHTSA, state DMVs)Experience supporting companies through high-growth stages, including Series C/D and beyondComfort operating as a generalist across multiple legal disciplines while building institutional knowledge in a lean legal teamCIPP/US, CIPP/E, or other privacy certificationPhysical RequirementsStandard office working conditions which includes but not limited to:Prolonged sittingProlonged standingProlonged computer useBenefits and PerksComprehensive healthcare suite including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans. Domestic partners who have been residing together at least one year are also eligible to participate. Health Savings and Flexible Spending Healthcare and Dependent Care Accounts available.Rich retirement benefits, including an immediately vested employer safe harbor match.Generous paid parental leave as well as a phased return to work. Flexible vacation policy in addition to paid company holidays.Total Wellness Program providing numerous resources for overall wellbeing Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and/or people of color are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet every qualification. At May Mobility, we’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workforce, so if you’re excited about this role but your previous experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway! You may be the perfect candidate for this or another role at May.
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