Legal Counsel

The role

The Legal Counsel will draft, review, and negotiate various contracts and support government contracting compliance. This role provides legal guidance to internal stakeholders and assists with mergers and acquisitions.

What you will do

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial, supply chain, NDAs, and consulting agreements
• Support and advise on matters involving government contracts and FAR/DFARS compliance
• Provide legal guidance to internal stakeholders on IP rights, indemnities, warranties, and regulatory compliance
• Assist in the development and implementation of contract management policies, processes, and playbooks
• Collaborate with outside counsel on litigation matters
• Proactively identify legal risks and propose solutions
• Participate in the development and training of internal teams on legal and compliance topics
• Assist with mergers and acquisitions, including due diligence, negotiation, and integration
• Ensure company compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
• Provide timely, business-oriented legal advice to stakeholders

Required qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar
• 2–4 years of relevant legal experience
• Experience with commercial contract drafting, review, and negotiation
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
• Collaborative mindset and comfort working with cross-functional teams
• Strong business acumen and practical approach to legal advice
• Demonstrated independent ownership of work

Nice to have

• California bar membership preferred
• In-house or corporate setting experience preferred
• Familiarity with government contracting regulations (FAR/DFARS) is a plus
• Experience in satellite manufacturing or related industries (aerospace, defense, or high-tech) is strongly preferred

Benefits

• Equity in Apex
• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents
• $100k life insurance at no cost
• Starting at 15 days vacation, growing to 20+ days annually
• 10 paid holidays
• 401(k) plan with 100% match on first 3% and 50% on next 2%
• 8 weeks paid parental leave
• Childcare reimbursement up to $350/day for work-related travel
• Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks
• Monthly office socials, pickleball tournaments, run club, and gatherings

Before you apply

• Applicants must qualify as a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee) or be able to obtain required export authorizations

About the company

Apex manufactures satellite buses at scale using software, vertical integration, and hardware. The company is a fast-growing startup that has raised more than $500M in funding.