Associate General Counsel

TrellisWare Technologies, Inc.•San Diego, CA

34d•$160,000 - $220,000•Hybrid

About The Position

TrellisWare launched in 2000 with an innovative culture striving to push technological boundaries in the area of wireless communications. We are now a worldwide leader in highly advanced algorithms, waveforms, and communications systems that range from small form factor radio products to fully integrated solutions. At TrellisWare, we connect passion with purpose and together we make an impact- on our careers, our company, and the world. And you can too. If you love to innovate and collaborate amid chaos and change, you belong at TrellisWare. Where the opportunity to serve is not a challenge but a gift. Where you're never going alone. Because there's too much at stake to go solo. Our Legal Team is seeking a hybrid Associate General Counsel. You would be responsible for focusing primarily on government contracts and commercial transactions in a technology-based business. You'll assist senior attorneys on analyzing the various legal risks, business strategies, and other issues related to the Company's fast-growing business. You must be diligent and proactive, show excellent business judgment and strategic thinking, along with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a collegial, fast-paced team environment. The successful candidate will be able to work with all levels of the Company. Enhancing cohesiveness and maintaining team morale is a responsibility of all our team members, as is the ambition for self-improvement and talent development. Through this dedication to unity and professional advancement, each team member is directly impacting the successful outcome of TrellisWare's deliverables and setting the tone for our core values of delivering excellence, pushing boundaries, and empowering people.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate degree or equivalent with excellent academic credentials.
Minimum 5-8 years of experience.
Demonstrated experience advising clients in structuring complex commercial transactions, including in-depth experience in contract negotiation, and drafting.
Excellent administrative and organizational skills with attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy, together with the ability to manage several simultaneous projects under deadline pressure.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written; must be able to ask clear, concise questions involving complex technology to get requisite answers from business partners and Legal Department colleagues.
Ability to take initiative and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced corporate environment.
Demonstrates strong written communication skills.
Strong collaborative drive and interpersonal skills.
Strong initiative, proactive work ethic and prioritization skills.
Trustable judgement and analytical problem-solving skills.
Effective execution and decision making.
Champion of change and promotes innovation.
U.S. Citizenship
Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% of time.

Responsibilities

Draft and negotiate a wide variety of contracts, including complex sales and services agreements, technology agreements, distribution and dealer agreements that comply with Company policies and risk tolerance.
Provide advice to all levels of the Company in all areas, including Operations, Business Development, Finance and Engineering, advising on the legal issues and risks, deal structures, negotiation strategy, and company policies and procedures, and using legal concepts that business-minded people can understand.
Assist with corporate governance and compliance matters.
Assist in other transactions and matters including employment issues and export compliance.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Develops relationships with team members built on trust and respect.

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