About the role
About Nebius
Nebius is leading a new era in cloud infrastructure for the global AI economy. We are building a full-stack AI cloud platform that supports developers and enterprises from data and model training through to production deployment, without the cost and complexity of building large in-house AI/ML infrastructure.
Built by engineers, for engineers. From large-scale GPU orchestration to inference optimization, we own the hard problems across compute, storage, networking and applied AI.
Listed on Nasdaq (NBIS) and headquartered in Amsterdam, we have a global footprint with R&D hubs across Europe, the UK, North America and Israel. Our team of 1,500+ includes hundreds of engineers with deep expertise across hardware, software and AI R&D.
The role
Nebius is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Legal Counsel to join our US legal team. This role is best suited for a mid-level attorney (3–6 years post-bar) with strong law firm training and significant experience in data centers, energy matters, technology agreements, corporate law and compliance. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically strong, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment across multiple parallel projects. This attorney will support Nebius’s US data center expansion, including site acquisitions, colocation arrangements, power supply agreements, compute and hardware procurement, and related regulatory matters.
Your responsibilities will include
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including:
- Assist with project financing, secured transactions, and lender interactions.
- Provide general corporate law support, including entity formation and structuring, governance matters, board and subsidiary maintenance.
- Provide legal support for large and complex transactions.
- Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with company policies and applicable US laws.
- Help develop and improve contract templates, internal processes, and playbooks for the US legal function.
- Manage external counsel and coordinate legal workstreams across multiple ongoing projects.
- Provide clear, practical, business-oriented legal advice in a high-pressure and fast-moving environment.
We expect you to have
- J.D. degree from an accredited US law school; admitted to practice in at least one US state.
- 3–6 years of relevant legal experience after bar admission.
- Strong law firm background required, with hands-on experience in:
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
- Ability to manage multiple complex matters simultaneously.
- Excellent communication skills and high attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
Key employee benefits in the US
- Health insurance: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and families.
- 401(k) plan: Up to 4% company match with immediate vesting.
- Parental leave: 20 weeks paid for primary caregivers, 12 weeks for secondary caregivers.
- Remote work reimbursement: Up to $85/month for mobile and internet.
- Disability & life insurance: Company-paid short-term, long-term and life insurance coverage.
Pay Transparency
We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors, including experience, skills, qualifications, the level at which the candidate is hired, and geographic location, consistent with applicable law.
Base Compensation Range
$206,400—$258,000 USD
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive compensation
- Career growth and learning opportunities
- Flexibility and ownership
- Collaborative and innovative culture
- Opportunity to work on impactful AI projects
- International environment and talented teams
What's it like to work at Nebius
Fast moving - Bold thinking - Constant growth - Meaningful impact - Trust and real ownership - Opportunity to shape the future of AI
Equal Opportunity Statement
Nebius is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace and to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the country in which they apply and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility as a condition of hire.
If you need accommodations during the application process, please let us know.