Senior Legal Counsel - Securities & Corporate Governance

Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation of a compliant legal system suitable for a public company
• Lead public company compliance requirements, SEC filings
• Manage government reporting on various compliance matters
• Responsible for reviewing all contracts including supply chain contracts, consulting agreements, securities purchase agreements, NDAs, etc.
• Counsel company management on legal and ethical compliance laws, regulations, and governance
• Develop and implement a comprehensive program for legal and ethical compliance that meets all applicable legal requirements and industry standards
• Develop and implement training regimens for compliance and governance topics
• Manage other legal functions that support corporate internal operation including IP, labor and others
• Implement and manage compliance policies, protocols, and training
• Audit company procedures, policies, and practices to identify potential risks
• Investigate allegations of legal and ethical compliance violations
• Work seamlessly and collaboratively within the legal team and as a legal business partner to multiple internal business stakeholders
• Strong personal ethics code and integrity

Requirements

• Education & Licensure
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar
• Minimum 10 years of relevant legal experience, including substantial in-house and/or law firm experience supporting public companies
• Must have experience in one of the following industries: high-tech consumer electronics, internet AI, automotive
• Demonstrated experience advising publicly traded companies on securities law compliance, corporate governance, and regulatory matters
• Proven experience managing SEC reporting obligations, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, registration statements, and Section 16 filings
• Experience supporting equity and debt financings and familiarity with public capital markets transactions
• Strong background drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a broad range of commercial agreements, including supply chain agreements, consulting agreements, NDAs, securities purchase agreements, and vendor contracts
• Experience developing and implementing corporate compliance and ethics programs
• Experience conducting internal investigations, compliance audits, and risk assessments
• Prior experience collaborating with executive leadership, finance, HR, and operational teams
• Experience supporting Board of Directors governance activities, including preparation of board materials, resolutions, and meeting minutes
• Technical Knowledge & Legal Expertise
• Strong knowledge of the Securities Act of 1933 and Securities Exchange Act of 1934
• Deep understanding of SEC regulations, disclosure requirements, and public company compliance obligations
• Familiarity with corporate governance best practices and board governance procedures
• Knowledge of legal and ethical compliance frameworks, internal controls, and regulatory reporting requirements
• Understanding of labor and employment law, contract law, and corporate legal operations
• Ability to identify legal and operational risks and develop practical mitigation strategies
• Skills & Competencies
• Excellent contract drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Strong business judgment with the ability to provide practical, solutions-oriented legal advice
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments
• High attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive matters
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
• Personal Attributes
• Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and sound ethical judgment
• Strong commitment to legal

Benefits

Additional Information

The Company: Faraday Future (FF) is a California-based embodied artificial intelligence ecosystem company, leveraging the latest technologies and world's best talent to realize exciting new possibilities in mobility and robotics. We're producing user-centric, technology-first vehicles and robots to establish new paradigms in human-AI interaction. We're not just seeking to change how our cars and robots work - we're seeking to change the way we drive and interact with machines. At FF, we're creating something new, something connected, and something with a true global impact. Your Role: Reporting to the General Counsel, as Senior Legal Counsel - Securities & Corporate Governance , you'll be a key legal leader driving strategic legal initiatives across Faraday Future's global operations. You'll collaborate with senior leadership, oversee outside counsel, and serve as a principal advisor on securities filings, governance, legal compliance, contract review and negotiation, and internal investigations.

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