Legal Counsel

Propeller is on a mission to take the guesswork out of moving dirt - reducing wasted fuel, time, and money. We do this through the power of maps.

Our customers use Propeller's integrated hardware and software products to capture accurate 3D versions of their worksites. With over 50,000 worksites worldwide using Propeller's smart survey technology, we empower project teams to map, measure, and manage site activity.

Propeller empowers everyone to approach, own, and solve problems creatively. We're data nerds who care about impact, honesty, and each other. We take pride in being a great place to work and are proud to be recognised as a Fast Company and BuiltIn Best Place to Work. You can learn more about us on Glassdoor.

Your Mission:

As our company grows, new challenges emerge daily. We’re looking for a Legal Counsel to join our team and play a crucial role in providing legal guidance and support to Propeller on a global scale. You’ll be at the center of our business operations, identifying, managing and mitigating legal risks.

Your mission will be to provide pragmatic, commercially-minded legal guidance to cross-functional teams across Propeller’s global business. You’ll help move deals forward, protect Propeller’s interests, and bring calm, clear judgement to complex situations without slowing us down - balancing risk with the realities of how the business operates. Your work will be fundamental in safeguarding our software and hardware, fostering a culture of compliance and innovation across our global business.

Your Responsibilities:

• Own day-to-day commercial legal work across Australia, the Americas, the UK and Europe including developing bespoke contract terms for customers and vendors, providing contract negotiation support for the Sales team, and responding to contract-related questions across the business
• Assisting with corporate and commercial transactions including investments, fundraising, M&A activities, etc.
• Support Marketing, RevOps and other internal functions with legal advice and guidance
• Manage and advise on compliance with Privacy and GDPR frameworks
• Understand, interpret and apply current laws to Propeller’s global operations and workforce
• Handle or oversee legal disputes, including potential litigation or alternative dispute resolution
• Stay vigilant and attuned to the evolving legal landscape. Keep your finger on the pulse of changing laws and regulatory requirements, and swiftly implement strategies to mitigate potential risks
• Help shape and scale a growing legal function by improving processes, supporting business enablement, and balancing commercial outcomes with risk management

• Law degree, current Practising Certificate, and minimum 5 years’ PQE
• Prior in-house experience, ideally in a venture-backed technology or SaaS business
• Prior experience in high value complex commercial transactions - international and cross-border experience a plus
• Experience or interest in GDPR including its principles, key provisions, and its impact on data protection and privacy
• Familiarity with the regulatory and compliance landscape for AI tools and technologies in SaaS services and experience using AI in your day-to-day work
• Pragmatic judgement, strong negotiation skills, and confidence making calls in ambiguous situations
• Clear communicator and collaborative problem-solver, able to simplify complex legal concepts for non-legal stakeholders

Bonus points for:

• Venture capital fundraising and capital markets
• Working in a global company
• Supporting a board of directors - governance, secretariat etc.

• Employee share options
• Backed by one of Australia’s leading venture capitalists, Blackbird
• Professional development budget and CPD leave
• Mental health resources
• Monthly telephone and internet allowance
• Paid primary & secondary parental leave policies
• Hybrid work arrangements and WFH equipment provided

About Propeller

Propeller is for everyone, so come as you are. We value all types of experience, skill, and ability. If you don't think you meet all the requirements, but still think this role would be a good fit, we'd love to hear from you.

Diversity makes our team more creative, fun, and effective, so bring your whole self to the application process, and we will too! If you're interested in what life at Propeller is like, check out our employee-owned Medium blog page!