Active Bar admission in California or ability to register as Registered In-House Counsel.
5+ years of experience in regulatory and product counseling for automotive companies.
Strong background in product liability and safety-related issues.
Extensive experience with FMVSS and motor vehicle compliance laws.
Responsibilities
Provide cross-functional legal advice to various teams during product development.
Address novel legal issues in rapidly evolving automotive technology.
Support engineering teams in developing vehicle platforms and products.
Offer regulatory guidance on FMVSS and automotive compliance issues.
Assist business strategy teams with regulatory matters related to partnerships.
Deliver legal guidance across the company as part of a lean legal team.
Benefits
Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision coverage fully paid for employees.
Early-stage Stock Options available.
Robust Retirement Savings options including 401k, HSA, and FSA.
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Parental Leave policies.
Annual Vacation Bonus offered.
Wellness and Fertility Benefits included.
Cell Phone Stipend provided.
Complimentary Meals and Stocked Kitchens available.
Full Job Description
The Role
This is a rare opportunity for a mid-level associate or in-house counsel to partner directly with a General Counsel and help develop the product and regulatory function of a hyper-growth automotive manufacturer. This person will work closely with teams across the company to ensure compliance with the motor vehicle safety and compliance laws affecting the launch of Harbinger's business lines.
You won't just be doing grunt work; you will be a major contributor to developing Harbinger's product lines and compliance structures. This is a developmental role designed for expansive learning and growth. What You Will Do
Provide cross-functional legal advice to the Engineering, Product, Service, and Compliance teams throughout all stages of the Harbinger development and commercialization process
Think creatively to address novel legal issues raised by rapidly developing automotive and industrial technology
Support engineering teams in development of our vehicle platforms and products
Provide regulatory guidance on the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) and related automotive compliance and safety issues
Support business strategy teams with regulatory matters involving Harbinger's commercial partnerships
Dig in to provide legal guidance to clients across the company as part of a lean legal team
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 regulatory and compliance matters.
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 providing advice to an engineer to negotiating with a supplier to interacting with regulatory agencies.
Qualifications
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: 5+ years of relevant experience, primarily in regulatory and product counseling for an automotive company.
Technical Skills: Strong background in product liability and safety-related issues.
Extensive experience with automotive manufacturers or suppliers
Strong background with the FMVSS and related motor vehicle compliance laws
Experience providing solutions-oriented, practical advice to stakeholders
Interest in diving deep into multi-jurisdictional regulatory issues
Demonstrated excellence in analytical, written, and oral communications
Strong organizational skills, including ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects under deadline pressure
Bonus Points: Experience in the Automotive, Autonomy, Mobility, Hardware, or CleanTech sectors.
Why Join Us?
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.
