Corporate Counsel

5-7 yrs required

Full-time

No

Position Type

Full Time

Company

Synopsys

Department

Legal

Corporate Counsel - Exciting Opportunity at Leading Technology Company

- Synopsys (SNPS: NASDAQ) is seeking a highly motivated Corporate Counsel to join their dynamic legal team.
- This role offers a competitive base salary between $132,000 - $198,000, as well as annual bonuses, equity, and other benefits.
- The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of legal experience in a software company and be licensed to practice law in California.
- They must have excellent business judgment, critical thinking skills, and be able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Responsibilities include reviewing, drafting, and negotiating commercial contracts and representing the company in customer negotiation calls.
- This is an opportunity to work for a well-established company that values teamwork and innovation.

Position Overview

The Corporate Counsel role at Synopsys is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills and a strong legal background. The successful candidate will join a customer-centric team and have the chance to work on complex transactions in North America. They will work closely with the sales and engineering teams, providing legal support and guidance on a variety of commercial contracts. The role offers a competitive base salary and a comprehensive benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies in the rapidly evolving field of chip design and software security.

Responsibilities

- Review, draft, and negotiate complex commercial contracts, including software license agreements, SOWs, NDAs, SaaS agreements, and purchase agreements.
- Attend customer negotiation calls and advocate for the company's position on contract issues.
- Analyze and interpret complex provisions in contracts and liaise with business stakeholders to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.
- Provide legal support to the sales and engineering teams, advising on legal and contractual matters in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
- Stay up-to-date on industry and legal developments, and proactively identify and address potential legal issues.

Requirements

- 5-7 years of legal experience in a software company.
- Substantive transactional experience with complex contract and/or licensing agreements.
- . from an accredited law school.
- Licensed to practice law in California (preferred).
- Excellent business judgment and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic team environment.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple competing priorities.
- Impeccable integrity and good judgment.

Compensation

The base salary range for this role is $132,000 - $198,000, with the possibility of annual bonuses, equity, and other discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation package will depend on factors such as location, skills, experience, and education. Synopsys offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including health, wellness, and financial benefits.

Join the Innovation at Synopsys

Synopsys is at the forefront of groundbreaking technologies that are changing the way we live and work. From self-driving cars to artificial intelligence, 5G, and the Internet of Things, our innovations are shaping the Era of Smart Everything. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with the world's most advanced technologies and make a real impact.

If you are passionate about innovation and want to join a company that values diversity and inclusion, we want to hear from you. Join our Talent Community to stay connected and learn about exciting career opportunities at Synopsys.

Inclusion and Diversity

At Synopsys, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to our success. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported, regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, military veteran status, or disability. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for employment with us.

Don't miss this exciting opportunity to join a leading technology company as a Corporate Counsel. Apply now and take your career to the next level!

job requirements and responsibilities

five to seven years of legal experience in a software company
substantive transactional experience with complex contract and/or licensing agreements
high attention to detail
ability to manage multiple competing priorities
contract review, drafting, and negotiation for the synopsys’ sales team
attend customer negotiation calls and represent the company's position on contract issues
analyze and interpret complex provisions in contracts and liaise with business group stakeholders
possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, impeccable integrity, good judgment, and be flexible and pragmatic
ability to work with sales and engineering teams in a high-growth, fast-paced environment
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