Senior Legal Counsel - Securities & Corporate Governance
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.
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
Basic Qualifications:
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
Experience
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 and ethical compliance
Collaborative mindset with a proactive and business-partner-oriented approach
Ability to build trusted relationships across the organization
High level of accountability, discretion, and professionalism
Preferred Qualifications
Additional certifications in corporate compliance, governance, or securities law are a plus
Exposure to intellectual property, employment law, litigation management, and other corporate legal matters preferred
Prior experience helping prepare a company for public company readiness or supporting newly public companies
Familiarity with compliance training development and implementation
Experience managing outside counsel and cross-functional compliance initiatives
Fluency in Mandarin preferred
Annual Salary Range:
($160,000 - $230,000 DOE), plus benefits and incentive plans
Perks + Benefits
Healthcare + dental + vision benefits (Free for you/discounted for family)
401(k) options
Casual dress code + relaxed work environment
Culturally diverse, progressive atmosphere
Faraday Future is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.