About Forterra

At Forterra, we are unleashing autonomy at scale to transform the battlefield. Our mission is to build the foundational platforms that enable an intelligent ecosystem to coordinate, adapt, and execute with speed and precision even in the uncertainty and disruption of modern conflict. In an era marked by rapid technological change and evolving threats, we design for flexibility, survivability, and operational dominance.

Forterra delivers weapons, sensors, and battlefield effects through integrated autonomous networks reaching operational areas faster, safer, and without placing human lives at risk. Our systems operate with distributed control, dynamic routing, and real-time responsiveness, enabling sustained advantage across complex mission environments.

About the role

Forterra is seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Legal Operations Associate / Paralegal (non-lawyer position) to join our dynamic and fast-paced legal team. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in legal support, contract negotiation, corporate administrative matters, and legal operations. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in an energetic and rapidly evolving environment.

What you'll do

• Negotiation and Contract Management:

• • Negotiate and manage non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements, supply contracts, and other critical legal documents.

• Cap Table Management and Other Corporate Administrative Items:

• • Oversee corporate administrative tasks, including maintaining the company’s cap table, as well as documenting and maintaining records related to Board meetings.

• Legal Operations:

• • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance legal operations and implement process improvements.

• • Leverage project management skills to support team initiatives and drive operational efficiency.

• Documentation and Compliance:

• • Prepare, review, and organize legal documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

• • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all corporate and legal materials.

• Team Collaboration:

• • Triage and provide frontline support for requests from the Company to the Legal Department

• • Work closely with attorneys, executives, and other stakeholders to provide comprehensive legal support and guidance.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a legal-related field

• Paralegal certificate

• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a paralegal-type role

• Demonstrated experience in negotiating agreements and managing contracts

• Proven expertise in corporate administrative matters

• Demonstrable experience in legal operations, vendor management, and successful implementation of operational improvements

• Experience with cap table management (preferably in CARTA)

• Strong project management skills and ability to juggle multiple priorities effectively

• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills

• Enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced and energetic environment

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently

• Adaptability and eagerness to learn in a constantly changing legal and Company landscape

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• A combination of both law firm and in-house experience, preferably in defense

• Interest in defense or national security

US Salary Range
$80,000 - $130,000

Location

On-Site in Arlington, VA

The salary range for this role is an estimate and is based on a wide variety of compensation factors. The salary offered to candidates will vary based on a variety of factors including (but not limited to) relevant work experience, education, specialized training, critical expertise, training, and more. Equity in Forterra is included in most of our full-time, high-demand roles and is therefore considered part of Forterra’s overall compensation package. In addition to base salary and equity, Forterra offers competitive benefits for full-time employees including:

• Premium Healthcare Benefits: Three plan options, including an HSA-eligible plan, with Forterra covering 80% of the plan premium for you and your dependents.
• Basic Life/AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance plans 100% covered by Forterra, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
• Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a winter break in December.
• Competitive paid time off (PTO) offering 20 days accrued per year.
• A minimum of 7 weeks fully paid parental leave for birth/adoption.
• A $9k annual tuition reimbursement or professional development stipend.
• Fully stocked beverage refrigerators with all the Celsius your little heart desires.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan, including traditional, Roth 401(k), and after-tax deferral with company match up to 4%.

Your recruiter will be able to share more information about our salary and benefits offering during the hiring process.

CLEARANCE ELIGIBILITY - This position may require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance. For more information about U.S. Security Clearances: click here.

Forterra is an equal-opportunity employer, providing and promoting equal employment opportunity in all personnel practices. Forterrans are unique, talented individuals who are united through a shared passion to deliver autonomous systems that enable national resilience and a robust supply chain.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran and disability status, and criminal history, in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.

Forterra is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.

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