Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.
Anduril is a fast-growing company. Consistent with this fast growth, members of Anduril’s Legal team must be resourceful, creative, and eager to take ownership of complex matters. You will require excellent negotiating and project management skills to coordinate and efficiently close complex transactions on tight timelines, with a singular focus on helping Anduril deploy its path-making technology into operational settings for the United States and its allies.
ABOUT THE JOBWe are looking for a real estate and construction attorney to join Anduril’s rapidly growing Legal team as our first dedicated real estate attorney. In this role you will be responsible for providing legal review and guidance on issues related to Anduril’s rapidly growing portfolio of real estate leases, property holdings, and construction projects. You will serve as the primary attorney for the strategic real estate and facilities teams within Anduril and partner with the teams to negotiate real estate transactions and construction contracts and ensure compliance with applicable laws and contractual requirements. You’ll also negotiate and ensure compliance with state and local tax incentives and act as the bridge between finance and operations teams to ensure Anduril receives the full benefits of its tax incentives. You will have a robust understanding of all forms of leases, real estate purchase and sale contracts, construction contracts (including AIA forms) and have the ability to draft and negotiate these documents in a rapid and efficient manner.
- Be a key member of Anduril’s dynamic Legal team.
- Provide legal expertise on real estate transactions, construction projects, state and local incentives.
- Draft, negotiate, and review contracts for lease and sublease agreements, construction projects, and property acquisitions and dispositions.
- Manage legal due diligence for real estate deals and construction bids.
- Advise on dispute resolution related to real estate and construction matters.
- Ensure the company's real estate and construction activities comply with government defense contracting requirements.
- Establish frameworks, SOPs, templates, etc. and process improvements to help streamline reviews within exponential growth
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations pertaining to real estate and construction.
- Engage with our compliance function to ensure compliance with environmental laws and zoning requirements.
- Support the resolution of disputes or litigations related to real estate issues.
- Partner with the strategic real estate team on contracts and negotiations.
- JD degree from a top-tier accredited law school.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience as a lawyer with a focus on real estate and construction.
- Strong understanding of the legal aspects of real estate and construction contracts.
- Meticulous attention to detail with strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work within tight deadlines and within a team environment.
- Ability to provide clear risk analyses and recommendations to executive leadership.
- Ability to be a strong problem solver with skills that extend well beyond risk identification.
- Willing and able to work in Anduril’s Costa Mesa, California office.
- Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects.
- Licensed to practice law in the United States.
- Experience with Defense companies, Robotics, Technology or other manufacturing heavy companies.
- Experience working at a start up or ability to establish templates and processes from scratch.
- 7-10 years experience as a lawyer with a focus on real estate and construction.
- Familiarity with land use and zoning regulations.
- In-house experience preferred, not required.
The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:
Healthcare Benefits
- US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
- UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
- IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Additional Benefits
- Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
- Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
- Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
- Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
- Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development
- Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
- Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.
Retirement Savings Plan
- US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
- UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.
- AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.
The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.
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Anduril HQ is located in sunny Costa Mesa, California. Once a working newsroom, printing press and distribution facility for the LA Times, our office — dubbed “The Press” — has robust facilities for software & hardware engineering, business development and mission operations, G&A and more!
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