Head of Legal
About Giga
At Giga, we develop, build, and operate AI energy infrastructure that powers the modern world. And we’re on a mission to fix the broken energy infrastructure experience — permanently. Our vertically integrated approach stacks site origination and development, infrastructure manufacturing, and power market participation under one operating system. Founded in Texas, Giga partners with AI hyperscalers, data center operators and other energy infrastructure teams to deliver projects faster.
- The Pace: You will own projects moving faster than anywhere else in the industry.
- The Impact: You are the person who turns "concepts" into "contracts" and "permits."
- The Team: Work with a world-class group of engineers and builders defining the future of AI infrastructure.
What You'll Do
This is a rare opportunity to build something from the ground up. As our first legal hire, you will own the entire legal function — designing the infrastructure, establishing the processes, and laying the foundation for a team that scales with the business. You'll work directly alongside our CEO and executive leadership team as a true strategic partner, helping us move fast while managing risk intelligently. This is a high-visibility, high-impact role for a commercially minded lawyer who is energized by ambiguity and excited to leave a lasting mark on a growing company.
Where You'll Work
If based outside of our Houston, Long Beach or San Francisco hubs, this role will be based remotely from your home office. Occasional Travel is expected.
Responsibilities
- Build and own the company's legal function from the ground up, including team structure, outside counsel relationships, contract management processes, and legal operations
- Serve as the primary legal advisor to the CEO, executive team, and Board of Directors on all legal matters
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, vendor contracts, partnerships, and strategic transactions
- Develop and implement a compliance program covering data privacy, employment law, and applicable regulatory requirements
- Oversee corporate governance, entity management, and board-related matters
- Support financing transactions and potential M&A activity as the business scales
- Protect and manage the company's intellectual property portfolio, including trademarks, patents, and trade secrets
- Manage litigation and dispute resolution strategy, including outside counsel oversight
Bonus Points
- Infrastructure, energy, data center, or manufacturing sector experience
- Experience with power purchase agreements or real estate transactions
- Background with international supply chain and vendor agreements
- Familiarity with IPO preparation or public company compliance
- Experience with project finance or power market regulations
Requirements
- JD from an accredited law school with active bar membership
- 12+ years of legal experience
- In-house legal experience at a high-growth or scaling company
- Demonstrated experience building or leading a legal function, including establishing processes, policies, and outside counsel strategy
- Experience advising C-suite and board-level stakeholders on complex legal and business matters
- Track record negotiating and closing high-value commercial agreements
Benefits
- Subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance
- Significant equity in a profitable, IPO-bound company
- 401(k) with 4% employer match
- Unlimited PTO
- Parental leave
- FSA/HSA options
- Commuter benefits
- Monthly team onsites across all offices
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Giga Energy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Giga Energy complies with all applicable labor laws, including the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and other relevant state and federal regulations. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage applicants who require accommodations during the hiring process to contact us.
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