Principal Attorney Commercial Agreements

GlobalFoundries inc.; Richardson (TX); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 227,000; Full time

Job summary

GlobalFoundries inc. is seeking an experienced attorney to independently manage the drafting and negotiation of complex sales transactions. The role requires guiding executive and non-executive stakeholders and coordinating across GF teams in a fast-paced environment.

The attorney will lead high-value deals, provide risk-based contract guidance, and draft concise drafts while ensuring compliance with applicable laws. Travel up to 10% may be required in this dynamic semiconductor environment.

Qualifications

• J.D. required; admitted to practice law.
• 10+ years of experience in sophisticated commercial transactions.
• Excellent contract drafting and negotiation skills.
• Clear communication with stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience working across cross-functional and geographically diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate with customers and internal clients to close deals.
• Provide risk analysis and validate contract terms.
• Draft, review, and refine contract drafts with precision.
• Advise various business functions on legal and contractual issues.
• Lead and mentor other contracts professionals; travel as needed.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Global/intl collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

J.D. (or equivalent)

Job description

About GlobalFoundries: GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Summary of Role

This position is responsible for independently managing the drafting and negotiation of complex and strategically significant sales transactions. The attorney will lead high‑value deals that often require coordination across GF teams, providing guidance to both executive and non‑executive stakeholders throughout the organization. The attorney must bring strong transactional expertise and demonstrate confidence, sound business judgment, and the proven ability to manage multiple complex projects in a fast‑paced environment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Negotiate with customers and internal clients to obtain deal closure.
• Formulate effective and efficient negotiation and resolution strategies to meet business objectives based on deep knowledge of GF’s business, applicable law, risk analysis and financial analysis.
• Provide advice and counsel to various functional areas of the business, including identifying and mitigating risks, and the impact and application of contract terms and the law to resolve issues.
• Draft, review and advise on contract drafts. Responsible for providing accurate, timely, concise, well-drafted contract drafts.
• Provide advice and guidance and management direction to other attorneys, paralegals and other contracts professionals.
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned. Occasional travel required. International travel may be required.

Other Responsibilities

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

Required Qualifications

• Education - J.D. (or equivalent degree).
• Experience - 10+ years of experience at a law firm or comparable corporate environment in a sophisticated commercial transactions practice.
• Skills - Excellent contract drafting skills. Excellent negotiation skills. Effective communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written form with all levels of employees throughout the company. Proven success working in cross-functional and geographically diverse teams and utilizing available company resources effectively. Strong interest in and proven track record with challenging assignments.
• Travel - Up to 10%.
• Fluency in English Language – written & verbal.
• Physical Capacity Demands – Office work. Must be able to work in office environment in Austin, Tx, Richardson, Tx, Malta, NY or Essex Junction, VT.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with semiconductor sales or procurement transactions. Absent semiconductor experience, experience representing manufacturers in a B2B business setting for the sale of custom product and high volume, repeat sales.

Expected Salary Range $130,000.00 - $227,000.00 The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory. All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law.

We shape what's essential At GlobalFoundries you will find a vibrant work environment where collaboration and innovation thrive. Our diverse and global team shares a culture of respect and inclusivity, representing the best in the industry. We celebrate success together and are united by our dedication to excellence and our desire to improve and empower the world.