About the company
Sentient Foundation is pioneering a new era in AI, empowering communities to create Loyal AIācommunity-built, community-aligned, and community-owned. As a non-profit committed to advancing open-source AI technologies and building a decentralized, transparent ecosystem, we champion an Open AI economy where AI builders are key stakeholders. With AGI on the horizon, our mission is to ensure it serves humanity, not corporations. Join the revolutionābecause the power of AI belongs to everyone.
Job Summary
Your Responsibilities
šWork closely as an advisor to the business on all legal matters, especially on corporate matters and certain product questions, including negotiating contracts with collaborators and vendors. šDraft and negotiate bespoke, first-of-their kind agreements for Sentient products and collaborations within the space. šProvide legal guidance to operating entities, including advice on product development and compliance as well as corporate governance and operational best practices. šDevelop and drive legal contracting processes and workflows. šManage outside counsel efficiently and effectively where they are engaged in connecting with high profile and other projects, while maintaining domain expertise. šEscalating matters to the cofounders where and when needed. šPitch on all matters that arise that require your expertise. šEnsure legal compliance in multiple jurisdictions, collaborating with external counsel (e.g., termination notices, General Release forms). šImplement policies and manage record retention across departments. šSupport commercial and financial agreements, including BD deals, contractor agreements, and advisor fees.
What youāll need
šJ.D. degree from a top tier law school and admission to at least one state bar š5 years of experience at a reputable law firm and/or in-house šSuperior negotiation and drafting skills, as well as deep knowledge of contract terms šStrong skills in drafting and reviewing contracts and managing compliance across multiple regions. šExcellent academic credentials and references šAbility to work cross-functionally with various internal teams, and external stakeholders.
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