Sr. Legal Counsel, Litigation and Investigations

Min 10 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Title: Sr. Legal Counsel, Litigation and Investigations
Location: Seattle, Washington
Salary Range: $154,400 - $273,200 USD
Experience: 10+ years of litigation/litigation management, investigations, and employment law experience

H1: Join Our Team as a Senior Counsel, Litigation and Investigations
H2: Make an Impact at Databricks in Seattle, Washington

Introduction:
Databricks, a leading data and AI company, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Counsel, Litigation and Investigations to join our team in Seattle, Washington. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge legal issues and support the growth of a dynamic technology company.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee outside counsel and manage budgets, litigation strategy, and settlement agreements
• Actively manage the defense of complex domestic and global claims and litigation
• Investigate and respond to pre-litigation matters
• Partner with Employee Relations team on legally required investigations
• Provide risk-adjusted advice on employment law matters
• Support litigation-related aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and strategic investments
• Build and maintain a global litigation function
• Anticipate potential litigation and provide proactive advice to mitigate legal risks
• Support Legal department and other business projects as assigned

Qualifications:
• JD from an accredited institution and licensed to practice law in Colorado, Washington, or Washington, DC
• Prior tech sector experience preferred
• Strong aptitude for working in a dynamic environment
• 10+ years of litigation and employment law experience
• Extensive experience managing complex claims and litigation effectively and within budget
• Fluency in translating legal advice into practical, business-oriented advice
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively
• Extensive experience building cross-functional relationships
• Highest level of integrity and business ethics
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong aptitude for identifying and developing critical process improvements

Benefits:
• Comprehensive health coverage
• 401(k) Plan
• Equity awards
• Flexible time off
• Paid parental leave
• Gym reimbursement
• Annual personal development fund
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pay Range Transparency:
At Databricks, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The pay range for this role is $154,400 - $273,200 USD. Actual compensation packages are based on factors such as skills, experience, certifications, and location. Eligibility for annual performance bonus, equity, and benefits listed above may also be included.

About Databricks:
Databricks is a leading data and AI company, used by over 10,000 organizations worldwide. Headquartered in San Francisco, with offices around the globe, our platform unifies and democratizes data, analytics, and AI.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
At Databricks, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel. We strive to ensure that our hiring practices are inclusive and meet equal employment opportunity standards. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and characteristics.

Compliance:
Some positions may require access to export-controlled technology or source code. In these cases, Databricks may decline to proceed with an applicant who does not have the necessary government license.

investigate and respond to attorney demand letters and other pre-litigation matters, including communicating with opposing counsel and negotiating resolutions

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