Associate General Counsel

What we do- Aspen; Northborough (MA); On-site; USD 230,000 - 285,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Tuition Reimbursement

401k Employer Match

Paid Holidays

Sick Time & PTO

Job summary

Aspen Aerogels, Inc. is seeking a Corporate Counsel to join our Legal team in Northborough, MA. You will provide strategic legal guidance across functions such as Sales, Commercial, Operations, and Finance, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements.

You will help manage compliance programs, corporate governance, employment law matters, and regulatory inquiries. This role requires a JD, MA bar, and 5+ years of in-house or equivalent experience in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• JD and bar admission in good standing in at least one state.
• 5+ years of relevant experience, preferably in-house corporate legal department.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal advice to support Sales, Commercial, Operations, Finance, IT, HR, Investor Relations and other functions.
• Draft, negotiate and manage a wide range of agreements (customer, supplier, channel, confidentiality, consulting, JV/ development, licenses, real estate).
• Oversee compliance programs and training; advise on Code of Conduct, data privacy, trade compliance, antitrust and records retention.
• Maintain corporate governance practices; draft resolutions and governance documents.
• Advise on employment law, including recruitment, performance, discipline, terminations, investigations, leaves, mobility and M&A.
• Assist with enterprise risk management and regulatory inquiries; support litigation and investigations as needed.
• Lead cross-functional projects and participate in steering committees; contribute to SEC disclosures as applicable.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Written communication

Strategic thinking

Education

Juris Doctor and BA from accredited universities

Job description

What we do-

Aspen is a technology leader in sustainability and electrification solutions. The Company's aerogel technology enables its customers and partners to achieve their own objectives around the global megatrends of resource efficiency, e-mobility, and clean energy. Aspen's PyroThin® products enable solutions to thermal runaway challenges within the electric vehicle ("EV") market. The Company's Cryogel® and Pyrogel® products are valued by the world's largest energy infrastructure companies. Aspen's strategy is to partner with world-class industry leaders to leverage its Aerogel Technology Platform® into additional high-value markets. Aspen is headquartered in Northborough, Mass.

What we value-

At Aspen, our values reflect who we are and how we work both with each other and our customers, suppliers, and communities. They shape our interactions, guide our decisions, and inspire us to bring our best.Whether collaborating internally or externally, our values drive us to make a meaningful impact within Aspen and in all our relationships.

Aspen’s CORE Values

We Do the Right Thing

We are Problem Solvers

We are Allies

We Drive Forward

What you will do-

As Corporate Counsel, you will be a critical member of Aspen’s Legal team, responsible for providing legal advice, counseling, and support on a wide variety of legal matters relating to Aspen’s business, including contracts, compliance, corporate governance, labor and employment, risk management, litigation and dispute resolution, and SEC/public company matters. The successful candidate will work collaboratively and with minimal supervision as part of a fast-paced and versatile legal team. The candidate will address complex issues and deliver practical and business-focused legal advice; draft, negotiate, and manage a wide variety of commercial (customer and supplier) and other agreements; monitor and advise the business on relevant legal and regulatory developments; deliver presentations and training; manage special projects; and serve on cross-functional teams. This position will collaborate with Aspen’s executive management, external advisors, and functional areas including Sales & Marketing, Commercial, Operations, Global Supply Chain, Research & Development, Finance, Information Technology, Human Resources, Investor Relations, and other key stakeholder groups. This role is well-suited to a proactive, hands‑on, detail-oriented, intellectually curious, business focused and versatile attorney who thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced work environment.

This position will report to the Chief Administrative Officer and will be based in our Northborough, MA office.

How will you do it-

• Provide substantive, strategic legal advice to support various business functions including Sales & Marketing, Commercial, Operations, Global Supply Chain, Research & Development, Finance, Information Technology, Human Resources, and Investor Relations to assist Aspen in navigating legal, regulatory, and compliance issues across the globe
• Draft, negotiate and manage a wide range of agreements including commercial agreements (customer and supplier), channel partner agreements, confidentiality agreements, consulting agreements, joint venture/development agreements, license agreements, real estate agreements, and other agreements related to Aspen’s business
• Assist in all aspects of the development, oversight, and administration of Aspen’s compliance and training programs. Provide day-to-day advice on a wide array of compliance matters including Code of Conduct, Anti-Corruption, Data Privacy/Security, Trade Compliance, Antitrust, Records Retention, and other matters
• Implement and maintain sound corporate governance practices. Maintain corporate records and draft corporate resolutions, minutes, and operative governance documents
• Assist and advise on a wide range of employment law issues, such as recruitment and hiring, performance management, discipline, termination, internal investigations, wage and hour compliance, disability-related accommodations, leaves of absence, non-competition and solicitation, immigration, employee benefits, organizational restructurings, mergers & acquisitions, a globalizing workforce, and business integrations
• Assist with enterprise risk management program and related internal governance structures and stakeholder groups
• Manage or support, as necessary, litigation matters, dispute resolution matters, administrative proceedings, investigations, and responses to regulatory inquiries
• Manage special projects and serve on cross-functional teams and steering committees
• Contribute to periodic functional and corporate reporting, including SEC disclosures, as applicable
• Lead or support additional Legal team projects as needed

Skills and Experience:

• Strong project management skills, including the ability to prioritize, balance, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to communicate changes and progress; complete projects on time and within budget.
• Solid analytical skills and solution-driven thinking; ability to collect and research data and use intuition and experience to complement data.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; develop alternative solutions; work well in group problem solving situations and cross-functional among various departments; present ideas and information in a clear and convincing manner; display willingness to make decisions; exhibit sound and accurate judgment; support and explain reasoning for decisions; include appropriate people in decision-making process.
• Ability to communicate effectively across mediums, audiences, and situations; ability to listen and request clarification; responds well to questions. Ability to write clearly and informatively.
• Demonstrated success working with strategic goals; developing and implementing cost savings measures; understanding business implications of decisions.
• Intellectual curiosity and active desire to learn about Aspen’s products, technology and market segments.

Why you are right for the job-

• Juris Doctor and B.A./B.S. from fully accredited universities; license to practice and bar admission in good standing in least one state, preferably Massachusetts
• 5+ years of relevant experience, preferably in-house corporate legal department experience.
• Experience providing legal advice in a broad range of transactional contexts, including commercial contracts, corporate governance, M&A and regulatory compliance.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PERKS OFJOININGOUR TEAM!

Aspen is committed to offering a comprehensive benefits package, a positive and productive work environment, encouraged work/life and family balance, and opportunities for growth and development, in a culture that is focused on inclusion, sustainability, and working together to solve the world’s toughest challenges.

Aspen is proud to offer a competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Holidays, Sick Time, and PTO. In addition, we also offer 401k Employer Match, Life and Disability Insurance, and other benefits.

Expected Compensation: Between $230,000 and $285,000 USD/year based on experience. Yearly Bonus eligibility.

Aspen Aerogels, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Aspen Aerogels, Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail [e-mail] call and leave a voice message at [phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information and we will return your message.