Senior Legal Counsel

About the role

GM Performance Power Units is seeking an exceptional lawyer with exceptional business acumen and proven collaborative skills to join the team in Concord as Legal Counsel / Senior Legal Counsel (level depending on qualifications). The successful candidate will report to the Chief Legal Officer and will be a high-impact generalist providing proactive, solution-oriented legal support across the entire business. This is an individual contributor role for a seasoned lawyer who is comfortable operating in a fast-paced, startup environment, overseeing a broad range of commercial, operational, and strategic matters, managing external counsel, and serving as a business partner across the company. Ready to be part of a team that pushes boundaries both on and off the track? At GM Performance Power Units, we are developing a new era of performance for the Formula 1 grid. Joining us means entering a startup racing environment backed by a legacy of engineering excellence, giving you the rare opportunity to help build a world-class program from day one. We believe in rewarding innovation and powering potential. As part of our team, you’ll benefit from a competitive and comprehensive package designed to support your performance, well-being, and future, helping you thrive at every level.

Responsibilities

• Proactively provide legal services relating to a full spectrum of matters impacting a growing business, including corporate/commercial, employment and labor, immigration, IT, real estate, and safety.
• Oversee external legal counsel to ensure the company receives high-quality, cost-effective legal services.
• Communicate and manage effectively across internal and external functions.
• Contribute to the company’s success by combining both legal and strategic business acumen with a strong understanding of the company’s goals and operation as a key business partner.

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and admitted to practice in at least one US state.
• A proven track record of at least 8 years of legal experience, preferably within a top-tier law firm or dynamic in-house legal department.
• A business-minded, solution-oriented approach while maintaining a sleeves-rolled-up willingness to take on a significant working role in the company.
• Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and concisely to both legal and non-legal audiences.
• Demonstrated history of personal and professional integrity, humility, self-awareness, the ability to manage multiple