Commercial Counsel

Group14 is the largest commercial manufacturer and supplier of advanced silicon battery technology, elevating performance for every type of battery application. With headquarters in Woodinville, WA, Group14 enables battery manufacturers and world-leading OEMs in automotive, consumer electronics, and beyond to achieve transformational milestones for a more sustainable future.Backed by notable strategic investors and customers such as Porsche AG, Amperex Technology Limited (ATL), BASF, Resonac, and SK Inc, Group14 recently raised a $614 million Series C round and secured an additional $100 million grant from the U.S.

Department of Energy to scale its technology.WE'RE ON A QUEST TO ELECTRIFY THE WORLDThe electrification of everything starts with amazing people. We believe that a more sustainably powered world requires solutions for today, not years from now. The passion, collaboration, perseverance, and bravery of our team continually inspires us to push beyond the conventional to deliver the truly incredible with everything we do.Group14’s dedication to meeting the battery demands of today through lithium-silicon battery innovation and scalable commercial manufacturing processes are what differentiates us and makes us a reliable partner.

Recognized by the Department of Energy for its novel, drop-in ready nanomaterials and reliable industrial-scale process, Group14 serves the global transition to an all-electric future.As Group14’s Commercial Counsel you will be responsible for supporting a rapidly growing business development organization leading negotiations, deploying creative strategies to support efficient ramp of Group14’s sales organization.   The role joins our growing legal team supporting a global operation. In addition to sales agreements the Commercial Counsel will be responsible for counseling on a range of commercial agreements and building processes to scale with Group14.WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:- Develop a leadership role in Group14’s commercial contracting operations by building consensus and balancing risk and commercial success.  - Advise cross-functional partners including business development and senior leadership to identify and mitigate risk in commercial agreements.- Lead drafting, negotiating, and revising of a wide variety of contracts with a focus on sales agreements and including supplier and vendor agreements.- Prepare and deliver training, communications, and presentations to employees, management, and executives to drive policy.- Own, improve, and maintain Group14’s commercial contract templates and related playbooks.WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:-Candidates must have 3+ years drafting and negotiating complex sales agreements in a manufacturing, energy, or green-technology company with an emphasis on handling commercial sales OR  5+ years of experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements.- Experience must include shaping negotiation strategy and focus across company stakeholders (maintain the playbook).- A demonstrated ability to understand market terms and where needed identify creative solutions-Proficiency in B2B commercial transactions.-Strong written and verbal communication skills when communicating at all levels across the company.-Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and comfort with the uncertainty associated with building a business.-Juris Doctorate and in good standing with at least one state bar required.OTHER QUALITIES WE’D LOVE FOR YOU TO HAVE:-Experience in a battery company or adjacent or startup experience is beneficial.-Experience with advanced materials technology such as technical undergraduate or as legal counsel.

Preferably in the battery space.- Experience with B2B sales agreements in the automotive industry-Experience working directly with senior stakeholders to balance risk and commercial success.GROUP14 OFFERS COMPELLING BENEFITS:-Medical, dental, vision, long-term and short-term disability insurance-Benefits are 100% paid for by the company for employees (80% for dependents)-Paid time off-401(k) with company match-Stock optionsGROUP14 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERWe love creating opportunities for others by connecting people from widely diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and geographies.

So, being diverse and inclusive isn’t just something we strive for, it is who we are, and part of what we do each and every single day. We want to ensure that as an employee, you feel Group14 is a place where, no matter who you are, you feel safe, included, and that you have the opportunity to bring your unique self to work.Group14 is committed to a safe and productive work environment. As part of our hiring process, we conduct pre-employment drug screenings for substances in accordance with state and federal regulations.

Please note that our pre-employment drug screening process does not include testing for THC.Please note: We are not able to accommodate candidates in need of work sponsorship at this time.The annual base salary range for this position is $150,000 - $190,000. All positions come with a company bonus and stock options. The actual base pay offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, the applicant’s qualifications for the position; years of relevant experience; specific and unique skills; level of education attained; certifications or other professional licenses held; other legitimate, non-discriminatory business factors specific to the position; and the geographic location in which the position is located.NOTICE TO STAFFING AGENCIES AND SEARCH FIRMSGroup14 does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submittals from staffing agencies and search firms.

Any resumes or candidate submittals sent to our careers site (directly or via job boards) or directly to Group14 employees will not be eligible for any placement fee, and the resume/candidate will be added to our database for direct recruitment.Group14 only assigns positions to staffing agencies and search firms who are pre-approved by HR and that we have a current agreement with. Not all positions are eligible for a placement fee.