About the role
About Valar Atomics At Valar Atomics, we're redefining what's possible in energy. Our mission is to make clean, high-temperature nuclear power scalable—unlocking abundant energy for industry, hydrogen, and next-generation manufacturing. We are a team of builders, engineers, and operators who believe nuclear energy should be fast to deploy, factory-made, and built for the real world. Our first pilot plant in Orangeville, Utah will demonstrate how advanced nuclear systems and fuel fabrication can power the future. Joining Valar Atomics means becoming part of a company where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level. Key
Responsibilities Commercial Transactions & Project Finance Draft, review, negotiate, and manage commercial agreements including supply agreements, vendor contracts, construction agreements, technology licenses, and NDAs Support and progressively lead project finance transactions, including term sheets, credit agreements, security documents, and financing structures Assist in structuring and negotiating EPC agreements and other contracts supporting nuclear facility development Partner with business leaders on contract strategy, risk assessment, and commercial negotiations Manage contract lifecycle processes, execution workflows, renewals, and contract administration systems Regulatory & Compliance Support legal analysis related to DOE, NRC, FERC, and other federal and state regulatory frameworks Assist in developing and maintaining company compliance programs, policies, and training initiatives Support export control compliance activities, including 10 C.F.R. Part 810
requirements Advise internal stakeholders on government contracting
requirements and obligations associated with DOE programs and agreements Employment & Corporate Matters Provide legal support on employment matters including offer letters, equity arrangements, employment policies, and separation agreements Coordinate immigration matters and outside counsel relationships for sponsored employees Assist with development and maintenance of employee handbooks and HR policies Support venture financing transactions, SAFEs, convertible instruments, and other corporate transactions Advise on intellectual property protection, confidentiality programs, and invention assignment matters Assist with corporate governance activities, board resolutions, entity management, and corporate recordkeeping Manage outside counsel relationships and support legal budget oversight Basic
