Senior Commercial Counsel

Nuro•Mountain View, CA

7d•$160,000 - $240,000

About The Position

Nuro is seeking a Senior Commercial Counsel to advise on commercial transactions that support the company's mission and day-to-day operations. This role involves structuring, drafting, negotiating, and managing a variety of agreements, including those related to vehicle systems and components, intellectual property, strategic partnerships, software and SaaS, professional services, goods and services, and non-disclosure agreements. The ideal candidate is a pragmatic, business-minded attorney capable of independently managing both routine and complex transactions, demonstrating sound judgment, strong execution, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach.

Requirements

7+ years of legal experience in a fast-growing, technology-focused company, top-tier law firm, or a combination of both, with significant experience independently handling complex commercial transactions.
Exceptional drafting, negotiation, communication, and stakeholder-management skills, including the ability to produce polished work for executive and external audiences.
Experience advising high-growth technology businesses and translating complex legal issues into practical, actionable business guidance.
Working knowledge of intellectual property, privacy, liability and risk allocation, and supply chain matters.
Strong legal judgment and business acumen, with the ability to assess risk, present clear options, and make accountable recommendations.
Ability to manage multiple priorities independently, build trust with business leaders, and distinguish urgent issues from those that are most important.
Execution-oriented and resourceful, with a demonstrated ability to drive processes forward, overcome obstacles, conduct rigorous research, and deliver results.
Collaborative, creative, and effective in small, diverse, cross-functional teams, with a commitment to practical problem-solving and meaningful business impact.
Interest in using AI and other tools to improve legal workflows, operational efficiency, and team effectiveness.
Admission to at least one state bar required.

Nice To Haves

Automotive, hardware, or transportation experience is a plus.
California Bar membership preferred.
Admission in additional jurisdictions is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead commercial transactions from intake through post-signature management, partnering with business and technical teams to develop strategies, negotiate with counterparties, and finalize agreements.
Advise on legal and business risks, explain complex terms clearly, and recommend practical, risk-conscious solutions aligned with company objectives.
Support matters across supply chain; business development, product, and partnerships; intellectual property and licensing; data privacy and security; marketing; real estate and facilities; and other areas as needed.
Train cross-functional teams on commercial contracting requirements, best practices, and effective risk management.
Help implement and launch a new contract lifecycle management (CLM) system, including templates, playbooks, fallback positions, workflows, and related process improvements.
Streamline and automate contracting processes to improve efficiency, consistency, and visibility.
Serve as a legal “utility player,” contributing beyond commercial transactions in areas such as intellectual property, privacy, marketing, real estate, and product- or customer-facing matters.
Apply AI tools thoughtfully to improve legal workflows, processes, and team efficiency.