Legal Counsel

About Us
GRAI is a fast-growing technology startup backed by leading investors. Our mission is to build innovative solutions in AI&Tech, with a strong focus on compliance, intellectual property, and founder-friendly governance.

Role Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and business-oriented Legal Counsel to join our team. This role is ideal for a lawyer with strong experience in startup and venture capital transactions, who can operate independently and provide strategic legal guidance across corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise on corporate governance, financing structures, and compliance requirements for a Delaware corporation.

• Draft, review, and negotiate investment agreements (SAFE, convertible notes, preferred stock financings) with venture capital funds and angel investors.

• Support cap table management, ESOP implementation, and equity/phantom equity plans.

• Develop and maintain standard contract templates (NDAs, MSAs, vendor agreements, partnership agreements).

• Oversee intellectual property protection, including copyright, trademark, and licensing, particularly in digital content and music-related applications.

• Ensure compliance with applicable U.S. federal and state laws, as well as relevant international regulations.

• Act as primary point of contact for external counsel.

Requirements

• 5+ years of post-qualification experience, preferably in a mix of top-tier law firm and in-house roles.
• Proven track record in startup financing transactions and venture capital deal structuring.
• Strong understanding of Delaware corporate law.
• Experience in intellectual property, especially in technology and digital media.
• Excellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with minimal supervision.

Nice to Have

• Experience in international contract law.
• Knowledge of music licensing frameworks and digital content compliance.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package, including equity participation.
• Opportunity to work closely with founders and shape the company’s legal and strategic direction.
• Dynamic startup environment with direct impact on business outcomes.