Sr. In-house Contracts Attorney

Verisign • Reston, VA

15d • Hybrid

About The Position

Verisign helps enable the security, stability, and resiliency of the internet. We are a trusted provider of internet infrastructure services for the networked world and deliver unmatched performance in domain name system (DNS) services. We are a mission focused, values driven company where each individual can contribute to building a stronger, more secure internet. We offer a dynamic and flexible work environment with competitive benefits and the ability to grow your career. We are seeking a senior attorney to serve in the position of Director – Legal in the Verisign Law Department’s Contracting Organization to support the Company’s procurement activities. The Director-Legal will report to the Vice President and Associate General Counsel.

Requirements

• J.D. or equivalent degree from an accredited law school
• 12+ years of legal experience, preferably with experience in an in-house legal role in a technology/internet field; familiarity with the domain name industry a plus
• Must have expert level contract drafting and negotiation skills with expertise in technology (including artificial intelligence) and software licensing
• Expert legal writing skills
• Experience advising senior executives
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast paced, high transaction volume environment
• Previous experience managing other attorneys and/or contracts managers
• Well-honed analytical and project management skills with the ability to run multi-faceted projects
• Demonstrated experience and ability to collaborate with a team of attorneys and contracts managers and work cross-functionally with other business groups
• Experience advising on intellectual property, privacy and international laws pertaining to procurement agreements, including software licensing.
• Must be admitted to the Virginia bar or eligible for admission as a Virginia Corporate Counsel
• Strong dispute resolutions skills
• Must have highly developed attention to detail, including in writing and editing.
• Demonstrated aptitude to quickly absorb and apply new information and function as a trusted legal advisor who provides effective and practical advice
• Self-motivated team player with the ability to drive projects and identify and resolve issues
• Receptive to collaboration and feedback on work product from more senior attorneys

Nice To Haves

• familiarity with the domain name industry a plus

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to senior management on a broad range of issues related to the purchase of goods and services supporting Verisign’s critical internet infrastructure, corporate operations, and new and emerging cloud-based and on-prem technologies and services (including artificial intelligence)
• Develop a thorough understanding of Verisign’s template agreements and recommend changes to vendor agreements based on the practical application of Verisign’s preferred terms to each particular transaction
• Demonstrate expert level contract drafting and negotiation skills
• Prepare all legal advice in a concise, thorough, and organized manner
• Attain an expert-level understanding of Verisign’s internal policies governing risk, apply those policies when interpreting contract terms, and advise senior management and the business accordingly
• Understand and advise on applicable U.S. and international laws and regulations
• Ensure members of the Law Department are apprised of material developments and issues on a timely basis and in a succinct manner.
• Operate in a collaborative manner with members of the legal team, internal business partners and vendors
• Advise on potential disputes with vendors

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees