Regulatory & Product Counsel
About The Position
Harbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle company developing electric and hybrid vehicle platforms for the medium-duty market. The Regulatory & Product Counsel is a mid-level legal role that partners directly with the General Counsel to develop the company’s product and regulatory function. The counsel will work cross-functionally to help ensure compliance with motor vehicle safety and compliance laws as Harbinger launches its business lines. This developmental role offers broad exposure and growth, with the opportunity to contribute to Harbinger’s product lines and compliance structures. The counsel will advise engineering, product, service, compliance, and business strategy teams; address legal questions involving emerging automotive and industrial technologies; support vehicle-platform and product development; and provide guidance on the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS), automotive compliance, safety, and commercial partnerships.
Requirements
- J.D. from a top-tier accredited law school.
- Active California Bar admission, or ability to register immediately as Registered In-House Counsel.
- At least 5 years of relevant experience, primarily in regulatory and product counseling for an automotive company.
- Strong background in product liability and safety-related issues.
- Extensive experience with automotive manufacturers or suppliers.
- Strong background with FMVSS and related motor vehicle compliance laws.
- Experience providing solutions-oriented, practical advice to stakeholders.
- Interest in researching multi-jurisdictional regulatory issues.
- Demonstrated excellence in analytical, written, and oral communications.
- Strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects under deadline pressure.
- Willingness to learn and a positive attitude.
Nice To Haves
- Training at a top-tier law firm; AmLaw 50 experience preferred.
- Experience in the automotive, autonomy, mobility, hardware, or clean technology sectors.
Responsibilities
- Provide cross-functional legal advice to Engineering, Product, Service, and Compliance teams throughout the development and commercialization process.
- Address novel legal issues raised by rapidly developing automotive and industrial technology.
- Support engineering teams in developing vehicle platforms and products.
- Provide regulatory guidance on the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) and related automotive compliance and safety issues.
- Support business strategy teams with regulatory matters involving commercial partnerships.
- Provide practical legal guidance to clients across the company as part of a lean legal team.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, with 100% of employee coverage paid.
- Early-stage stock options.
- 401(k), health savings account (HSA), and flexible spending account (FSA).
- Generous paid time off.
- Parental leave.
- Annual vacation bonus.
- Wellness and fertility benefits.
- Cell phone stipend.
- Complimentary meals and stocked kitchens.
- Direct mentorship from a seasoned General Counsel.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
