Lilac Solutions is a lithium extraction company unlocking brine resources to provide essential raw materials to the battery industry. Lilac’s unique ion exchange process eliminates the environmental impact of conventional lithium extraction while boosting production. The company was founded in 2016 by a team of engineers passionate about delivering innovations to the mining sector to minimize environmental impact and support the clean energy economy. Lilac is committed to diversity and inclusion.

About Lilac:

Lilac Solutions is a lithium extraction technology company unlocking essential battery materials for electric vehicles. Lilac’s unique ion exchange process eliminates the environmental impact of conventional lithium production while boosting efficiency and output. The company was founded in 2016 by a team of engineers passionate about delivering innovations to the mining sector to minimize environmental impact and support the clean energy economy. Lilac is committed to diversity and inclusion.

Job Description:

Lilac is seeking a Vice President, Legal & Compliance to support legal and business operations. Responsibilities will include managing and/or assisting with legal and business aspects of corporate and project financings, mergers and acquisitions, project development, international expansion, non-disclosure agreements, compliance and insurance policies. This person will report directly to Lilac’s Chief Operating Officer. This is a full-time position based in West Oakland. Candidates should be willing to work across a wide range of disciplines.

Candidate Requirements:

• Experience: 4+ years at a corporate law firm, with a background in M&A, project finance, or similar
• Detail oriented: Highly organized with strong communication skills
• Professional: Responsible, dependable, strong work ethic
• Skills: Ability to draft contracts, analyze legal issues, engage and manage external counsel
• Innovative: Willingness to propose, test and implement new ideas
• Autonomous: Thrives in dynamic team environment and is excited to work in a fast-moving startup
• Success focused: Motivated to help build a profitable business long-term

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, vision, and long-term disability insurance
• Stock options
• 401k plan with pre-tax and post-tax contribution options
• Flexible PTO policy
• Eight weeks fully paid parental leave
• Daily catered lunch