Relativity Space is seeking a Senior Commercial Counsel to provide strategic legal guidance for buy-side commercial transactions and disputes. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to structure and negotiate agreements related to technology development, manufacturing services, commodities, rocket components, and capital equipment purchases and leases. The Senior Commercial Counsel will also be responsible for developing scalable contract negotiation standards and playbooks, as well as managing post-contract disputes. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of a rapidly expanding aerospace company.

Key responsibilities include structuring and negotiating transactions that align with company objectives and financial plans, drafting and reviewing a wide range of contracts, providing strategic counsel to leadership and cross-functional teams, developing and implementing strategies for negotiation and dispute resolution, and managing post-contract execution risks in partnership with business stakeholders. The role requires a proactive approach to legal challenges and a strong ability to collaborate across departments to achieve business goals.

Candidates should possess a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school, active bar membership in at least one U.S. state, and a minimum of five years of post-JD experience, including at least two years at a law firm. Experience in commercial transactions such as supplier contracts, technology agreements, equipment purchase and lease agreements, and manufacturing agreements is essential. Strong commercial judgment, the ability to lead high-stakes negotiations, experience handling commercial disputes, and the capacity to design scalable processes in a fast-paced environment are also required.

The compensation for this role ranges from $186,000 to $278,000 annually, with actual compensation determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. Relativity Space offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary and equity, generous paid time off and sick leave, parental leave, and an annual learning and development stipend. These benefits are designed to support the well-being and professional growth of employees.

Relativity Space is committed to fostering a nimble, entrepreneurial, and deeply collaborative legal team. The company operates in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, providing ample opportunities for professional development and the chance to make a significant impact on the company's ambitious goals. Joining Relativity Space means becoming part of a team that values autonomy, ownership, and the opportunity to solve complex problems in the aerospace industry.