Senior Counsel

Company Description

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You’ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That’s us, too.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital®, SanDisk® and WD® brands.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.

Job Description

As a member of the Global Commercial Organization, the Senior Counsel will provide high-quality legal counsel and support to Western Digital’s Worldwide Sales and Marketing Organization, including negotiation of commercial agreements and collaboration with internal stakeholders and outside counsel.  This full-time position is based at Western Digital’s office in San Jose, California, or Irvine, California with hybrid working model with 2-3 days a week on site and will report to the Associate General Counsel, Global Commercial Organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and finalizing commercial sales and customer contracts, including, but not limited to, master purchasing agreements, distribution agreements, nondisclosure agreements, engagement letters, statements of work, amendments, and other business/legal documents.
• Reviewing and assisting in responding to customer RFPs/RFQs by working with various internal stakeholders.
• Identifying and advising internal clients on risks associated with each transaction and proposing practical/strategic risk mitigation strategies in connection with commercial sales and customer transactions.
• Working closely with (and overseeing the work product of) contract administrators/managers within the Contract Management Organization.
• Supporting various aspects of the contract management process and policies, including using, creating, and improving strategic playbooks, templates, and contract life cycle management processes for the commercial organization.
• Working on special projects, as needed.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant transactional experience in a law firm and/or in-house/government legal department with extensive experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements.
• Current member in good standing of a U.S. State Bar or Registered In-house Counsel in California (or eligible therefor), and have a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school, or its equivalent.
• Fluent English (both verbally and written)
• Working knowledge of US consumer, anti-competition, and IP laws. 
• Ability to effectively identify goals and communicate and identify risks and proposed go-forward strategies with internal business clients.
• Experience working in (or with) technology companies or in the technology industry.
• Track record of providing high-quality, timely results on a wide variety of contract matters and resolution of legal issues.
• Self-starter who takes ownership of work and demonstrates the ability to work independently and collaboratively with others.

Skills to be successful:

• Team player who can work independently and across different time zones.
• Candidate will be self-motivated, results driven, resourceful, enthusiastic, and have a great sense of humor.
• Self-starter who takes ownership of work and demonstrates the ability to work independently and collaboratively with others.
• Speak effectively one-on-one and to small groups of internal and external parties.
• Willing and is good at teaching/mentoring less experienced counsel and/or contract administrators.
• Maintain strict confidentiality.
• Strong attention to details and strong analytical skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Ability to work in a demanding environment while maintaining quality of work.