Associate General Counsel

Who we are:

We are on a mission to become a leading supplier of critical materials that enable the green energy and technology revolution. Our materials and technologies are required for the electric vehicle, green energy, consumer electronics, and defense industries, and our battery grade lithium and tech metals are needed for chipsets, semiconductors, and 5G.

We have a substantial interest in the Round Top, Heavy Rare Earth, Lithium and Critical Minerals deposit in West Texas. We have also developed the United States? first rare earth and critical minerals processing facility and we own the only scalable, sintered neo-magnet manufacturing system in the Western Hemisphere. By developing this fully integrated, US-based ?mine-to-magnet? critical mineral supply chain, we are poised to become the leading domestic supplier to these industries.

What you can expect:

At USA Rare Earth, we are pioneers and problem solvers, technologists and team players. Together, we:

Build Solutions: If our task was a simple one, it would already be done. We are creative and solution-oriented, and we think outside the box to solve important problems. We know that a range of expertise and technologies is needed for success, and we work across sectors and alongside customers to deliver world-class solutions in sustainable ways.

Deliver Quality: When we do things, we do them well. We believe that top-tier quality leads to industry competitiveness and we hold ourselves to the highest quality standards. We move fast when executing, but safety, quality, and excellence always come first.

Lead responsibly: We have a responsibility to the planet, our consumers, our country, and each other. We put safety at the center of all we do, take accountability for our actions, incorporate sustainable practices in our processes and act with the financial best interest of our investors and consumers in mind.

Win Together: Establishing a rare earth magnet supply chain is a big undertaking ? and getting there is a team effort. We communicate openly, work together and challenge each other in pursuit of our goals. With every step we take we learn and get better.

Position Overview:

The Associate General Counsel will provide broad legal support across the organization, including contracts, regulatory compliance, government engagement, and corporate matters, all in support of building a sustainable and secure domestic neo magnet supply chain.

The Associate General Counsel will work closely with senior leadership and internal departments across multiple jurisdictions. The role requires a strategic legal thinker with strong analytical skills, the ability to navigate complex regulatory environments, and the flexibility to manage a diverse workload in a fast-paced, mission-driven organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Transactional Support: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of commercial agreements, including sales agreements, purchase orders, and terms and conditions.
• Regulatory Compliance: Advise on compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including environmental, tax, and zoning laws.
• Government Relations: Support negotiation and review of government contracts and incentive agreements.
• Employment Law: Draft and review employment contracts and related documentation.
• Dispute Management: Assist with litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution, in coordination with outside counsel.
• Corporate Governance: Partner with the Chief Legal Officer to support shareholder matters and board-related legal needs.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, including operations, finance, HR, and external stakeholders, to provide strategic legal guidance.
• Team Management: Supervise and collaborate with a dedicated team of 1?2 experienced Paralegals.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Admitted to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 3-5 years of legal practice, with a strong emphasis on transactional law.
• In-house experience highly preferred, especially in manufacturing, energy, mining, or industrial sectors.
• Experience with government contracts, procurement, and environmental law is a plus.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Creative problem-solving skills and sound legal judgment.
• Commitment to professional integrity and business ethics.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment: Highlighted

The work environment will be an office environment. Noise level: Normal office noises

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills required of personnel so classified. The reporting relationship may not reflect the most recent changes to the corporate reporting structure.

USA Rare Earth proudly supports Equal Employment Opportunities

USA Rare Earth's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and will provide reasonable accommodations according to applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.

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