Corporate Counsel

About the Role The Legal team partners with every function—from engineering and product to finance, operations, and our Colossus data centers—to drive business velocity, protect IP, navigate AI regulations, and mitigate risks in a high‑stakes landscape. We are building the legal foundation for strategic partnerships, global expansion, and groundbreaking technology that billions will use. Move to Palo Alto headquarters; the role is based on‑site and emphasizes an in‑person culture. All employees are expected to be hands‑on, communicate clearly, and deliver excellence. Responsibilities Help lead domestic and international M&A and strategic transactions (e.g., partnerships with major chip suppliers, data center deals, AI infrastructure acquisitions), including diligence, deal structuring, drafting and negotiating agreements, and board materials. Provide securities counsel and support, including SEC reporting (10‑K, 10‑Q, 8‑K), disclosures, insider trading policies, and corporate governance. Partner closely with corporate development, finance, engineering, and executive teams to build trusted relationships and execute a seamless, multi‑functional deal process. Drive post‑closing integration, ensuring operational alignment and value capture. Build scalable processes, templates, and playbooks for M&A and strategic deals to enable speed and efficiency at scale. Advise on equity compensation (award agreements, trading plans, cap table management) and corporate governance (board matters, minutes, consents). Oversee subsidiary maintenance, including formations, dissolutions, and compliance across U.S. and international entities. Provide counsel on general corporate matters, including commercial contracts for AI compute/infra, vendor deals, and technology partnerships. Support emerging issues such as AI safety/regulatory compliance, IP in models/data, and cross‑functional risk mitigation. Roll up sleeves for ad‑hoc projects in a flat, high‑velocity structure—thriving as a “force multiplier” in a startup‑like environment. Basic Qualifications J.D. from an accredited law school; active California bar membership. 5+ years in Corporate or M&A at a top‑tier national law firm, with Capital Markets and securities experience a strong plus. Deep expertise in domestic/cross‑border M&A: diligence, structuring, negotiation—creative and pragmatic in complex, fast‑moving deals. Detail‑oriented self‑starter who excels in ambiguity, prioritizes ruthlessly, and delivers business‑aligned advice without fluff. Exceptional communicator/presenter: translates legalese to plain English for engineers, executives, and boards. Flexible team player, eager for diverse projects in a scaling environment. Passion for xAI’s mission: bold thinking, rapid execution, and building truthful AI. Compensation and Benefits Annual Salary Range: $220,000 – $260,000 USD. Base salary is just one part of our total rewards package, which also includes equity, comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance, life insurance, and various other discounts and perks. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here. xAI is an equal opportunity employer. For details on data processing, view our Recruitment Privacy Notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr Somi AI