Title:  Corporate Counsel

QuantumScape is on a mission to transform energy storage with solid-state lithium-metal battery technology. The company’s next-generation batteries are designed to enable greater energy density, faster charging and enhanced safety to support the transition away from legacy energy sources toward a lower carbon future.

                   
About the team: You will join a “small but mighty” public company legal team that is viewed by internal stakeholders as a trusted business partner.  Each team member combines deep expertise in specific domains with the versatility of a seasoned generalist. We foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning and personal development.

Key Responsibilities
•    Assist in the preparation and filing of SEC reports, including 10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, proxy statements, and Section 16 filings
•    Support the development and maintenance of corporate governance policies, practices, and procedures
•    Help prepare board and committee materials and ensure compliance with corporate governance standards
•    Provide legal support for equity plan administration, executive compensation matters, and insider trading compliance
•    Advise on NYSE listing standards, SEC reporting, and emerging disclosure trends
•    Partner with internal stakeholders (Finance, Investor Relations, Communications, Equity Administration) on earnings releases, investor materials, and public disclosures
•    Coordinate with outside counsel, auditors, and internal clients to ensure accurate and timely reporting
•    Contribute to the design and implementation of legal and compliance training programs and legal process improvements
•    Assist with commercial agreements and corporate development activities including legal due diligence and support for strategic transactions
•    Support the Senior Director on special projects and strategic legal initiatives as needed

Requirements
•    J.D. from a top-tier law school and active bar membership
•    5–8 years of legal experience, including at a top law firm; in-house experience at a public company strongly preferred
•    Deep expertise in U.S. securities laws, corporate governance, and public company reporting obligations
•    Proven ability to lead complex projects and influence cross-functional teams
•    Excellent communication, drafting, and judgment skills
•    High integrity and a business-minded, collaborative approach
 

This position is required to work onsite at least 4 days per week to meet the minimum essential duties and requirements of this position.  As an on-site R&D and manufacturing operations organization, in-person face to face interaction is essential to building authentic relationships, trust, teamwork, and collaboration. 

Compensation & Benefits: Salary range for this role has a range of $188,200 to $263,500, and a final salary will be determined by the candidate's experience and educational background. QuantumScape also offers an annual bonus and a generous RSU/Equity package as part of its compensation plan. In addition, we do offer a tremendous benefits plan including employee paid health care, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), and other exciting perks.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.