Senior Legal Counsel, Technology Procurement

Iris Energy; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 270,000 - 340,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance (80

Job summary

IREN, a vertically integrated AI Cloud provider, seeks a senior legal professional with deep experience in technology procurement, supply chain and strategic sourcing to guide GPU hardware and software transactions. You will structure and negotiate complex agreements and advise on risk and compliance with export controls.

You will work with global teams, vendors and outside counsel to move deals quickly, maintain templates, and support growth while ensuring regulatory and contractual soundness.

Qualifications

• At least 12 years’ post-qualification experience at a leading law firm or in-house, with deep expertise in technology procurement, supply chain or strategic sourcing.
• Admitted to practise in at least one US state; familiarity with export controls, sanctions and tariffs affecting global hardware supply chains is a plus.
• Ability to move fast, work independently, and collaborate with global business teams, vendors and advisors.

Responsibilities

• Structure, draft and negotiate GPU and compute hardware purchase and supply agreements, master purchase agreements, equipment supply contracts, software licensing, cloud and SaaS agreements, and logistics and freight contracts.
• Advise on supply chain risk allocation, warranties, delivery and delay regimes, liquidated damages, limitation of liability, indemnities, IP ownership and licensing, payment security and termination rights.
• Counsel on export controls, sanctions, tariffs and import/customs matters affecting global hardware supply chains; engage outside counsel when needed.
• Prepare and maintain templates, playbooks and guidance on technology procurement to enable contracts at pace and scale.
• Manage vendor disputes, claims and escalations.

Skills

Technology procurement

Supply chain

Strategic sourcing

Stakeholder management

Job description

Job Type: Full-Time | Location: San Francisco | Department: Legal | Work Location Type: #Hybrid

IREN is a vertically integrated AI Cloud provider, delivering large-scale data centers and GPU clusters for AI training and inference. IREN’s platform is underpinned by its expansive portfolio of grid-connected land and power in renewable-rich regions across North America, Europe and APAC. With 100% renewable energy, we build, own and operate our data centers and take pride in being at the forefront of sustainable solutions for the ever-evolving applications of high-performance compute. We believe that human progress is invaluable, but it should be done in the right way – responsibly, sustainably and having a positive impact on the communities we operate in.

Job requirements

• At least 12 years’ post-qualification experience at a leading law firm or equivalent in-house, with deep expertise in technology procurement, supply chain or strategic sourcing, ideally in the data centre, semiconductor, cloud infrastructure or capital equipment sectors.
• Admitted to practise and in good standing in at least one US state; familiarity with export controls, sanctions and tariffs affecting global hardware supply chains an advantage.
• You like to solve real problems and move fast with intention, work independently while collaborating globally with business teams, vendors and advisors, and have strong commerciality, judgement and stakeholder management skills.
• Superior time management and multitasking skills with a strong sense of urgency.

Job responsibilities

• Technology procurement contracts. Structure, draft and negotiate GPU and compute hardware purchase and supply agreements, master purchase agreements, equipment supply contracts (e.g. networking infrastructure), software licensing, cloud and SaaS agreements, and logistics and freight contracts, from initial structuring through negotiation execution and ongoing contract management.
• Risk allocation. Advise on supply chain risk allocation, including warranties, delivery and delay regimes, liquidated damages, limitation of liability, indemnities, IP ownership and licensing, payment security and termination rights.
• Trade compliance. Counsel the business on export controls, sanctions, tariffs and import/customs matters affecting global hardware supply chains, engaging specialist outside counsel where needed.
• Templates, playbooks and guidance. Prepare and maintain templates, playbooks and guidance notes on technology procurement, enabling the business to contract consistently, at pace and at scale.
• Disputes and escalations. Manage vendor disputes, claims and escalations.

At IREN, we offer a highly competitive compensation package that includes base salary, annual performance incentives, and opportunities to build long-term wealth through equity programs. These offerings are part of our broader Total Rewards package, thoughtfully designed to support your health, well-being, and long-term success.

Compensation

• Salary range (for San Francisco, California location): USD $270,000 - 340,000/annum, depending on experience
• Short-term and Long-term Incentive Programs

Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage – 100% company paid for employees, 75% company paid coverage for dependents
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Voluntary life, critical illness, and accident coverage available
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) – when combined with theHigh-DeductibleHealth Plan
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Financial Well-Being

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Financial wellness tools and resources

Time Off & Flexibility

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Flexible work arrangements

Growth & Development

• Opportunities for advancement and internal mobility
• Training and personal development opportunities

Lifestyle & Culture

• Company events and team-building activities
  We value diverse perspectives and believe that skills can be developed. If you’re passionate about this role, we want to hear from you — whether you meet every criteria or not. Your unique experiences might be exactly what we need!

IE US Operations Inc., the employing entity and proud member of the IREN group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We are committed to evaluating qualified applicants and do not discriminate against protected characteristics under applicable legislation.

We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. E-Verify Participation Notice.

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