Senior Corporate Counsel

Conductor; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

Samsung Semiconductor is seeking a Senior Corporate Counsel to provide expert legal support across various departments, including R&D and sales. The candidate will manage technology transactions, risk assessments, and compliance issues while fostering legal expertise within a collaborative environment. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence a leading technology company and ensure legal compliance in a dynamic, innovative setting.

Benefits

4+ weeks paid time off annually

Charitable giving match

Paid therapy sessions

Flexible work environment

Onsite gym and café

Family support benefits

Qualifications

• 6-9 years post-law school legal experience.
• Broad range of legal subject matter expertise.
• Experience with corporate clients in a law firm.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to internal clients on various matters.
• Negotiate legal issues in documents and agreements.
• Supervise litigation prosecution and defense.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Legal Judgment

Client-Centric Approach

Commercial Law Knowledge

Intellectual Property Law Knowledge

Employment Law Knowledge

Negotiation Skills

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from a U.S. accredited law school

Job description

Please Note:

To provide the best candidate experience amidst our high application volumes, each candidate is limited to 10 applications across all open jobs within a 6-month period.

Advancing the World’s Technology Together

Our technology solutions power the tools you use every day--including smartphones, electric vehicles, hyperscale data centers, IoT devices, and so much more. Here, you’ll have an opportunity to be part of a global leader whose innovative designs are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and powering the future.

We believe innovation and growth are driven by an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We’re dedicated to empowering people to be their true selves. Together, we’re building a better tomorrow for our employees, customers, partners, and communities.

What You’ll Do

Thriving as a Senior Corporate Counsel at Samsung requires the intellectual flexibility, confidence and judgment to provide practical advice independently, and the interpersonal skills to work with all levels of the organization. This is a true generalist role. Internal clients include sales and marketing business units, R&D labs, and internal operations teams from logistics to finance to human resources. The successful candidate will work in such legal subject matters as commercial contracting and risk assessment, technology transactions, IP protection, litigation, corporate governance, compliance and employment. SSI’s legal department values teamwork, independent thinking, judgment and a client-centric approach.

Location: While some flexibility is permitted, in general, the successful candidate will have a daily onsite presence at our San Jose, CA office

Reports to: Deputy General Counsel

Job ID: 42620

• Serve as a readily available resource to internal business staff on legal matters.
• Participate in negotiations on legal issues in a variety of documents and agreements and offer support in resolving open business and legal issues.
• Provide legal analysis of risks and potential liabilities in business engagements.
• Supervise and coordinate SSI’s prosecution and defense of litigation matters.

What You Bring

• 6-9 years post-law school legal experience, with a minimum of 3 years in law firm serving corporate clients. Law degree (Juris Doctor) from a U.S. accredited law school.
• Experience with a broad range of legal subject matters areas commensurate with the breadth of the role; commercial and technology transactional legal experience; knowledge of semiconductor and high-tech subject areas; good business judgment demonstrated through at least 6 years of legal counseling to business clients.
• General knowledge of commercial law, employment law and intellectual property law. Commercial litigation experience a plus.
• Superb interpersonal skills that demonstrate the ability to become a trusted expert for all levels of the organization.
• Ability to navigate highly matrixed, international organization with overlap of roles and responsibilities (e.g. legal and business teams at headquarters in Korea).
• You’re inclusive, adapting your style to the situation and diverse global norms of our people.
• An avid learner, you approach challenges with curiosity and resilience, seeking data to help build understanding.
• You’re collaborative, building relationships, humbly offering support and openly welcoming approaches.
• Innovative and creative, you proactively explore new ideas and adapt quickly to change.

#LI-SF1

What We Offer
The pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Individual pay rates depend on a number of factors—including the role’s function and location, as well as the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, education, and training. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance.

This is in addition to our diverse package of benefits centered around the wellbeing of our employees and their loved ones. In addition to the usual Medical/Dental/Vision/401k, our inclusive rewards plan empowers our people to care for their whole selves. An investment in your future is an investment in ours.

Give Back With a charitable giving match and frequent opportunities to get involved, we take an active role in supporting the community.
Enjoy Time Away You’ll start with 4+ weeks of paid time off a year, plus holidays and sick leave, to rest and recharge.
Care for Family Whatever family means to you, we want to support you along the way—including a stipend for fertility care or adoption, medical travel support, and an errand service.
Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and paid therapy sessions, you’ll have support no matter where you are.
Stay Fit Eating well and being active are important parts of a healthy life. Our onsite Café and gym, plus virtual classes, make it easier.
Embrace Flexibility Benefits are best when you have the space to use them. That’s why we facilitate a flexible environment so you can find the right balance for you.

Base Pay Range $180,950 — $289,050 USD

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

Samsung Semiconductor takes pride in being an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to fostering an environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered to excel, regardless of race, religion, color, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, or veteran status.

When selecting team members, we prioritize talent and qualities such as humility, kindness, and dedication. We extend comprehensive accommodations throughout our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long-term conditions, neurodivergent individuals, or those requiring pregnancy-related support. All candidates scheduled for an interview will receive guidance on requesting accommodations.

Recruiting Agency Policy

We do not accept unsolicited resumes. Only authorized recruitment agencies that have a current and valid agreement with Samsung Semiconductor, Inc. are permitted to submit resumes for any job openings.

Covid-19 Policy

To help keep our employees, customers, and communities safe, we've developed guidelines for our team. Currently, we encourage vaccination for all employees and may require it depending on job functions (e.g., traveling for business, meeting with customers). While visiting our offices or attending team events, we ask employees to complete a daily health questionnaire and complete a weekly COVID test. Our COVID policies are subject to change depending on public health, regulatory, and business circumstances.

Applicant Privacy Policy
https://semiconductor.samsung.com/us/careers/privacy