Commercial Legal Counsel

Responsibilities Wayve is looking for a Commercial Counsel based in Sunnyvale, California to support a broad range of commercial matters across the business This is a mid-level position that will play a critical role in shaping Wayve’s commercial legal function in the United States as we scale globally and bring embodied AI technology into real-world deployment This role will have significant exposure to cross-border matters and will work closely with commercial, procurement, engineering, product, finance, privacy, and operational teams as the company continues to expand internationally This role will support the legal and leadership teams on a wide range of commercial matters, including: Advising the business on a broad range of commercial matters, with a primary focus on global procurement, supply chain, technology, and vendor management, as well as general US commercial work Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements, including procurement, supplier, services, software/SaaS, data, licensing, consulting, and other operational contracts Supporting large, complex strategic transactions involving OEM partnerships and Tier 1 suppliers, including development, proofs of concept, integration, deployment, production, and related commercial arrangements Advising on product, marketing, intellectual property, data privacy, and general corporate matters on an ad hoc basis, in partnership with other members of the Legal Team and external counsel where required Partnering closely with engineering, procurement, finance, privacy, communications, commercial, and operational teams to provide practical and commercially focused legal advice Helping to develop scalable processes, templates, playbooks, and governance structures to support Wayve’s growth and contracting volume Managing external counsel and coordinating cross-border legal advice where required Supporting strategic initiatives, market expansion, and new product deployments from a commercial legal perspective Helping to build and shape Wayve’s broader US commercial legal capability as the team grows Educating and enabling the business on commercial risk, contracting best practices, and legal process matters Benefits Private healthcare: Choose our optional health insurance for comprehensive coverage for you and your family. Paid time off: Paid vacation plus public holidays and additional leave programs, ensuring you have time to unwind. Mental health resources: Through Spill, you can access therapy and mental health support. Community and socials: Join clubs or attend team socials to connect over hobbies, sports, or just for fun. Competitive compensation: Our compensation package includes cash and equity, making you a true partner in our success. Learning and development: Budgets for books, courses, and company-wide training to support your continuous growth. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-moving, technology-driven environments and enjoys working at the intersection of commercial contracting, product innovation, and operational scaleWhile experience in autonomous vehicles, robotics, automotive, or AI would be valuable, it is not essentialWe are more interested in candidates with strong foundational commercial skills, sound judgement, and a proven ability to navigate complex contractual landscapes within technology, mobility, or other highly regulated industriesWe are looking for a proactive, commercially minded self-starter who is comfortable operating independently, building scalable processes and frameworks, and partnering closely with senior stakeholders across the businessExperience supporting strategic commercial transactions and working closely with business stakeholders in fast-moving, technology-driven environmentsLicensed attorney admitted to practice in CaliforniaAbility to work autonomously, take initiative, and operate effectively in a fast-paced and evolving environmentStrong organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneouslyStrong commercial judgment and ability to assess legal risk in the context of broader business objectivesInterest in helping to build and scale Wayve’s US commercial legal capabilityExcellent legal analysis, pragmatic communication, and stakeholder management skillsStrong experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements, including procurement, supply chain, technology, and vendor contractsExperience partnering cross-functionally with senior business stakeholders3+ years of relevant legal experience, with a minimum of 2 years of law firm experience and some in-house experience (preferably at a high-growth B2B tech or AI company)If you’re passionate about self-driving cars and think you have what it takes to make a positive impact on the world, we encourage you to applyExperience in one or more of the following areas will be a major plus:Experience supporting OEM, strategic partnership, or other large-scale B2B transactions involving hardware, software, data, or integrated technology solutionsExposure to autonomous vehicle, AI, product, data privacy, intellectual property, or marketing legal issuesCommercial or product counseling experience within the automotive, mobility, or broader technology sector, particularly at an OEM, Tier 1 supplier, or similarly complex engineering-led organizationCross-border commercial advisory experience across the US, the UK, Europe, Asia, or other international marketsExperience helping to establish or scale legal processes, templates, or commercial legal functions within growing businessesFamiliarity with procurement, supply chain, manufacturing, logistics, or other operational contracting matters in a global business Requirements Licensed attorney admitted to practice in California Ability to work autonomously, take initiative, and operate effectively in a fast-paced and evolving environment Strong organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously Strong commercial judgment and ability to assess legal risk in the context of broader business objectives Interest in helping to build and scale Wayve’s US commercial legal capability Excellent legal analysis, pragmatic communication, and stakeholder management skills Strong experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements, including procurement, supply chain, technology, and vendor contracts Experience partnering cross-functionally with senior business stakeholders 3+ years of relevant legal experience, with a minimum of 2 years of law firm experience and some in-house experience (preferably at a high-growth B2B tech or AI company) If you’re passionate about self-driving cars and think you have what it takes to make a positive impact on the world, we encourage you to apply Experience in one or more of the following areas will be a major plus: Experience supporting OEM, strategic partnership, or other large-scale B2B transactions involving hardware, software, data, or integrated technology solutions Exposure to autonomous vehicle, AI, product, data privacy, intellectual property, or marketing legal issues Commercial or product counseling experience within the automotive, mobility, or broader technology sector, particularly at an OEM, Tier 1 supplier, or similarly complex engineering-led organization Cross-border commercial advisory experience across the US, the UK, Europe, Asia, or other international markets Experience helping to establish or scale legal processes, templates, or commercial legal functions within growing businesses Familiarity with procurement, supply chain, manufacturing, logistics, or other operational contracting matters in a global business #J-18808-Ljbffr Wayve