General (Legal) Counsel

About CharterUP. CharterUP is transforming the $30 billion group transportation industry with cutting-edge technology and innovative SaaS software delivering an industry-leading experience for both customers and operators. Trusted by most Fortune 500 companies our platform connects users to thousands of charter bus and minibus operators just 60 seconds customers can access real-time availability transparent pricing and detailed vehicle optionswhether organizing a corporate event a company shuttle or a wedding. By streamlining what was once a fragmented and stressful process CharterUP brings transparency accountability and efficiency to an industry overdue for innovation

With CharterUP group transportation is no longer a hassle but an elevated reliable experience. Join us as we lead the future of group travel.

Why Join Us

• Innovative Impact: Be part of the team thats revolutionizing group travel setting new standards in an industry overdue for change.
• Growth Opportunities: As a hyper growth company and one of the fastest-growing companies recognized by Inc. theres no better time to join our dynamic growth-stage organization.
• Driven Team: Collaborate with some of the most driven minds in tech all while working in a remote-first environment with a tech hub in Austin TX.
• Funding and Stability: Our $60 million Series A funding was just the startwere poised for even greater expansion and you can be part of this exciting journey. CharterUp has achieved this growth profitability and efficiently ensuring long-term stability.

About the Role

Title: General Counsel

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

Location: Remote (Austin TX or Atlanta GA)

CharterUP is hiring its first in-house General Counsel to serve as a strategic legal and business partner to the CEO and executive team. This role will own the companys legal strategy across commercial contracting employment matters litigation and risk management supporting fast disciplined growth in a highly competitive fragmented industry. This is a hands-on role for a commercially minded legal leader who believes strong agreements sound judgment and clear decision-making are essential to building and scaling a durable business.

What Youll Own

Commercial Contracts & Deal Enablement

• Lead all commercial contract strategy and execution including customer agreements operator agreements vendor contracts MSAs and strategic partnerships
• Enable deal velocity while protecting CharterUPs IP data pricing power and market position
• Standardize and evolve contract templates while retaining flexibility for complex or high-value deals
• Support CharterUPs two-sided marketplace at scale (customers operators)

Employment Agreements & Competitive Protection

• Own the drafting management and ongoing evolution of employee agreements including PIIAs confidentiality non-solicitation and other restrictive covenants as appropriate by jurisdiction
• Advise leadership on employment-related legal matters tied to employee transitions competitive risk and protection of confidential information
• Partner with People and Talent teams to ensure agreements are enforceable clearly communicated and aligned with CharterUPs growth strategy
• Help establish consistent defensible approaches to protecting CharterUPs talent IP and business relationships

Litigation Arbitration & Dispute Management

• Own and manage litigation and arbitration matters including employee vendor and operator disputes
• Partner with outside counsel thoughtfully and cost-effectively
• Advise leadership on risk resolution strategies and when to assert CharterUPs contractual and legal rights

Legal Strategy & Risk Management

• Partner closely with the CEO and executive team to define and operationalize CharterUPs legal strategy
• Provide clear practical guidance on risk tradeoffs and recommended paths forward
• Balance speed and rigor in a fast-moving environment

Who You Are

Experience

• 815 years of legal experience including meaningful in-house experience
• Deep expertise in commercial contracts and business-side legal advising
• Hands-on experience managing litigation and arbitration
• Experience in marketplaces logistics transportation SaaS or regulated industries is a plus

Recruiting Process

• Step 1 - Video call: Talent Acquisition interview
• Step 2 - Video call: Hiring Manager interview
• Step 3 - Video call: Team interviews
• Step 4 - Offer & Background Check
• Welcome aboard!

Global Benefits & Perks at CharterUP

We believe great people can live anywhereand they deserve great benefits too. While offerings may vary slightly by location we prioritize hiring near our hubs in Austin Atlanta Miami and Denver as we grow our global team.

• Remote-First Flexibility: Work from anywhere we hire with built-in flexibility. U.S.-based employees may reside in any of our 19 approved states.
• Comprehensive Health & Wellness: Medical dental and vision insurance mental health support virtual care gym discounts and family-building the U.S. we cover 100% of premiums for employees. International benefits align with local standards.
• Time Off to Recharge: Paid time off so you can truly unplug. U.S.: 15 PTO days (increasing to 20 after 2 years) 8 paid holidays. International policies vary by country.
• Financial Peace of Mind: Company-paid life short-term and long-term disability insurance where available.
• Performance-Driven Culture: Join a fast-moving ambitious and collaborative team that wins together.
• Referral Rewards: Earn bonuses for bringing top talent to the team.
• Planning for the Future: Long-term financial planning support. U.S.: 401(k) plan. International: region-specific savings programs where applicable.
• Top-Tier Tech: Choose a Mac or PC plus monitor keyboard and mouse to hit the ground running.

CharterUP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive accessible and respectful workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age national origin ancestry disability medical condition marital status veteran status or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws in the United States and Canada. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process please let us know. CharterUP is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during the hiring process. If you need assistance or an accommodation please contact your recruiter.

Hiring Locations: CharterUP U.S.-based candidates and employees must reside in one of the following states: Arizona California Colorado Florida Georgia Hawaii Mississippi Missouri North Carolina New Hampshire Nevada New York Oklahoma South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Washington and Wyoming.

We hire in the U.S. and Canada and are actively expanding our global footprint.