Associate Legal Counsel

Allegro MicroSystems • Manchester, NH

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Allegro team is united by a clear purpose—advancing technologies that make the world safer, more efficient, and more sustainable. With over 30 years of experience in semiconductor innovation, we bring that purpose to life across every part of the business—from breakthrough product development and customer success to how we show up for each other and the communities we serve. The Opportunity We are seeking a highly motivated and pragmatic Corporate Counsel to join our dynamic legal team. This role will play a critical part in supporting global operations by providing legal advice and guidance across various business functions. The successful candidate will be a proactive problem-solver with a strong work ethic, capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced corporate environment.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with a state bar (e.g., Massachusetts, New Hampshire, or other relevant jurisdiction).
• 1-3 years of progressive legal experience in a law firm or in-house legal department, preferably within a technology company.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex legal concepts clearly and concisely to non-legal stakeholders.
• Comfortable with a "hands-on" approach, demonstrating the ability to balance multiple, competing priorities and adapt to changes in scope or direction with a high sense of urgency.
• Strong work ethic, meticulous attention to detail, and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Proven ability to understand complex legal topics and explain them in clear and concise terms to a diverse audience.
• Responsive and self-starting, with the ability to thrive in ambiguous and collaborative environments, demonstrating a bias towards problem-solving and action.
• Possess sound business judgment with the ability to identify, assess, and escalate legal issues when needed, providing actionable recommendations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with data privacy laws and regulations, including GDPR and CCPA, is desired.
• Experience with corporate governance matters is a significant plus.

Responsibilities

• Work effectively and pragmatically within a corporate environment, understanding business objectives and providing practical legal solutions.
• Actively collaborate with diverse internal teams, including Marketing, Sales, Finance, Quality, IT, Engineering, and other stakeholders, to provide legal support and ensure compliance.
• Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including sales agreements, procurement contracts, vendor agreements, and non-disclosure agreements.
• Provide sound legal advice and guidance on employment relations matters, ensuring compliance with labor laws and internal policies.
• Interface with and manage outside counsel effectively, overseeing external legal engagements and ensuring cost-efficient and high-quality services.
• Assist with corporate governance matters, including preparing for and documenting board of directors meetings, managing inter-company agreements, and supervising overseas subsidiary meetings and compliance.
• Provide guidance to business teams on operational issues, antitrust compliance, and other regulatory compliance matters relevant to a global business.
• Assist with legal due diligence activities related to mergers and acquisitions (M&A), supporting strategic growth initiatives.
• Manage and successfully complete additional projects or legal matters as assigned by senior legal leadership or executive management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees