Join Volta as a Legal Counsel to support the Executive team in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts in a fast-paced AI infrastructure company.
Posted by employer 3 months ago
First seen on Joblaze 2 months ago
Last verified on the company career page 4 hours ago
Requirements
- Experience
- 4+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
In the role of Legal Counsel at Volta, the individual will engage in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of commercial contracts that are essential to the company's operations and strategic initiatives. The position requires strong skills in contract law, particularly in vendor and procurement agreements, and a background in infrastructure or technology law is preferred. This role is ideal for a mid-level lawyer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys collaborating closely with business teams to navigate complex legal landscapes.
Joblaze insights
- Listed about 2 months ago — first seen on Joblaze September 3, 2026. Last confirmed on Volta's careers page November 12, 2026.
Quick facts
- Is the Legal Counsel role remote?
- It's hybrid — Volta expects some on-site time in London, UK.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 4 years of relevant experience for this Legal Counsel role.
- Where is the role based?
- Volta is hiring for this position in London, UK.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Volta targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Legal Counsel role at Volta.
From the original posting
About The Role
This Legal Counsel role will support Volta's Executive team and Legal / Compliance team in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating the agreements that underpin the company's fundraising, strategic direction and operations — from capital raises with investors / debt financings, vendor / procurement contracts to customer / partnership agreements.
This role works also closely with the Delivery, Procurement, and Corporate Development teams across a fast-moving infrastructure business, and is well suited to a lawyer who enjoys getting close to the commercial detail.
What You Will Be Doing
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including vendor, procurement, and customer agreements, factoring in commercial risk, operational requirements, and bankability considerations for financing
Advise internal stakeholders on contractual risk, obligations, and negotiation strategy
Support procurement and delivery teams on equipment, construction, and services agreements for data center projects
Assist with corporate and structuring functions (entity structuring / formation, corporate workflows, governance negotiations)
Maintain and improve contract templates, playbooks, and approval workflows
Track contractual obligations and support compliance with commercial terms
Collaborate with the General Counsel / VP Legal on regulatory, tax and policy matters as needed
Support due diligence for partnerships, financings, and other transactions
Stay current on relevant legal and regulatory developments affecting the business
What You Bring
4+ years of experience as a commercial lawyer, in-house or at a law firm, ideally supporting infrastructure, technology, or energy clients
J.D. and active bar membership in a relevant jurisdiction (US / England)
Strong commercial contract drafting and negotiation skills
Experience with vendor, procurement, or construction-related agreements is a plus
Ability to manage a high volume of contracts and competing priorities
Excellent judgment, attention to detail, and communication skills
Comfortable working directly with business stakeholders outside of Legal
Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
REQ-30
Competitive salary based on the work you do here, not your previous salary
Retirement/pension contributions
Comprehensive health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
Generous number of vacation days each year
Additional Information
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