Associate General Counsel, Commercial – Infrastructure

OpenAI

Senior lawyer participating in commercial legal strategy for AI infrastructure. Collaborating with cross-functional teams and managing transactions supporting OpenAI's infrastructure ambitions.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $347,000 - $385,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive legal expertise in technology transactions and commercial contracting, with a strong focus on infrastructure agreements and global supply chain management. Capable of developing efficient contracting processes while ensuring compliance and risk management in fast-paced environments.

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12+ Years Legal ExperienceJD And License To Practice In CAExpertise Negotiating Infrastructure AgreementsExperience Advising On Cross-Border DealsExceptional Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Technology TransactionsCommercial ContractingNegotiationRisk ManagementProcurement FrameworksLicensingCollaboration AgreementsSupply AgreementsJoint VenturesManufacturing Transactions

Soft Skills

AutonomySound JudgmentActionable Guidance

Certifications & Qualifications

JDLicense To Practice In CA

Industry Keywords

InfrastructureGlobal Supply ChainsHardware IndustriesRegulatory FrameworksComplex Commercial Deals

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own commercial legal strategy and risk management for OpenAI infrastructure transactions.
Draft, negotiate, and advise on complex agreements with infrastructure suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, and technology partners.
Support strategic partnerships involving AI infrastructure and hardware supply chains.
Develop frameworks for procurement, licensing, and collaboration across the infrastructure ecosystem.
Partner with finance and operations teams to align contract terms with business and compliance requirements.
Collaborate with policy and regulatory colleagues on issues impacting global supply chains, export controls, and manufacturing.
Build scalable, efficient contracting processes that support OpenAI’s infrastructure development at speed while managing risk.

Requirements

What you’ll need

12+ years of legal experience, with substantial focus on technology transactions and commercial contracting.
Have a JD and license or qualification to practice in CA.
A mix of in-house and top-tier law firm experience.
Expertise negotiating agreements in the infrastructure domain.
Familiarity with global supply chains, infrastructure projects for both buying and building, and manufacturing transactions.
Demonstrated ability to operate with autonomy and sound judgment in highly technical and fast-moving environments.
Exceptional communication skills, with an ability to distill complexity into actionable, business-aligned guidance.
Experience advising on cross-border deals and global regulatory frameworks.
Prior experience with infrastructure, supply agreements, joint ventures, or other complex commercial deals in hardware industries is a strong plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family, with employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts
Pre-tax accounts for Health FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and commuter expenses (parking and transit)
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Paid parental leave (up to 24 weeks for birth parents and 20 weeks for non-birthing parents), plus paid medical and caregiver leave (up to 8 weeks)
Paid time off: flexible PTO for exempt employees and up to 15 days annually for non-exempt employees
13+ paid company holidays, and multiple paid coordinated company office closures throughout the year for focus and recharge, plus paid sick or safe time (1 hour per 30 hours worked, or more, as required by applicable state or local law)
Mental health and wellness support
Employer-paid basic life and disability coverage
Annual learning and development stipend to fuel your professional growth
Daily meals in our offices, and meal delivery credits as eligible
Relocation support for eligible employees
Additional taxable fringe benefits, such as charitable donation matching and wellness stipends, may also be provided.