Legal Counsel

Overview

Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We are developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight.

This role is part of Blue Origin corporate functions, providing centralized support across Blue Origin business unit teams, functions, and locations. We are recruiting for a Legal Counsel role within the Legal and Compliance Department. The successful candidate will join our group of legal professionals as a member of our Corporate & Operations team. Your day-to-day responsibilities would range from leading department-wide projects to dispensing tactical legal advice to clients. We will use your existing experience to address current legal needs and, over time, help the department address emerging needs by developing new expertise on top of your skills.

The role is based in Kent, Washington.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong legal support in the following areas:

• Advise on various supply chain matters, including software licenses, cloud or software-as-a-service subscriptions, direct material sourcing agreements, and professional service contracts

• Assist with development of scalable processes, programs, and tools to support the Department's effective and efficient delivery of legal services

• Deliver legal guidance during all stages of investment, M&A, joint venture, and other strategic transactions, including due diligence, definitive document negotiation, closing, and integration

• Support our corporate governance program by documenting corporate actions, assisting on legal entity management, and providing interpretations of organizational documents

• Negotiate real estate, construction, license, non-disclosure, and professional services contracts, all in support of Blue Origin's business operations

Basic Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited U.S. college or university and membership in at least one U.S. state bar

• 4-8 years of legal experience with a corporation, law firm, or government entity

• Willingness to learn new skills and substantive legal areas to support multiple roles within the Department

• Prior experience leading or coordinating sophisticated projects involving multiple subject matter experts (such as large discovery or due diligence projects)

• Ability to work efficiently and independently and communicate clearly (both verbally and in writing)

• Ability to react calmly and appropriately to situations and events that require a quick response or turnaround and take effective action without knowing the whole picture

• Ability to earn trust, maintain productive work relationships, and provide legal advice directly to clients of every level

Desired Qualifications

• Familiarity with export control regulations, including ITAR and EAR

• Familiarity with U.S. government contracting, including FAR, DFAR, and agency-specific regulations

• Work experience prior to law school or experience working on the business side of a large corporation or federal government body

Compensation Range for: WA applicants is $121,323.00-$169,852.20

Other site ranges may differ

Culture and Inclusion

Don\'t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. We are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you\'re excited about this role but your past experience doesn\'t align perfectly with every desired qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current green card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue\'s Standard Background Check

• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if the role requires access to a military installation

• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with GVW/GVWR or other conditions may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, 401(k) with company match, and an Education Support Program

• Paid Time Off: Up to four weeks per year plus 14 company-paid holidays

• Discretionary bonus: Rewards individual contributions and company results

• Eligibility for benefits varies by role type; please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of benefits available for this role

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated workforce. We hire and promote on the basis of qualifications, performance, and abilities, and provide equal opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other protected status. For more information on Know Your Rights, please see the available resources without external links.

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