Senior Counsel, Commercial (Infrastructure)

We’re seeking a senior lawyer to participate in commercial legal strategy and execution across OpenAI’s fast-growing infrastructure portfolio. This is a cross-functional role that will partner closely with procurement, supply chain, partnerships, finance, and product teams to structure, negotiate, and manage the transactions that will support OpenAI’s long-term infrastructure ambitions.

Responsibilities

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

8+ years of legal experience, with substantial focus on technology transactions and commercial contracting; 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

Nice to have

Prior experience with infrastructure, supply agreements, joint ventures, or other complex commercial deals in hardware industries

Benefits

Relocation assistance