Sr. Legal Counsel

Supermicro; New York (NY); On-site; USD 172,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Supermicro as a Commercial Counsel, pivotal in shaping our commercial strategy while facilitating complex commercial transactions. This role requires extensive legal experience, with responsibilities across multiple teams to support regulatory and compliance initiatives, all within a high-growth environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Participation in bonus and equity award programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years legal experience, 5 years in-house.
• Practical experience in complex contract negotiations.
• Active membership in at least one state bar.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial contract negotiations across various functions.
• Develop scalable processes to support business growth.
• Stay updated on laws impacting commercial agreements.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Problem-Solving

Influencing

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Req ID: 26840 About Supermicro:

Supermicro is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT/Embedded customers worldwide. We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer a large number of new positions to the technology community. We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us.

Job Summary:

Be a Key Player in a High-Impact Role: As a Commercial Counsel, you will play a pivotal role in shaping Supermicro's commercial strategy, advising on legal and business risks, and driving the growth of our key partnerships.

Support Strategic Growth: Your legal expertise will help facilitate complex commercial transactions and guide the business in developing long-term, successful relationships with our partners.

Drive Legal Excellence Across Teams: Your contributions will ensure that Supermicro's legal framework supports and aligns with our fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Commercial Contract Management:

• Collaborate with Sales, Operations, Product Management, Finance, and Accounting teams on the development and negotiation of various commercial contracts (sales, procurement, channel, OEM, licensing, support, services, marketing, and more).
• Provide legal advice on potential risks related to commercial transactions and offer creative, practical solutions to meet business goals.
• Advise on legal and strategic business matters to foster long-term relationships with key partners, supporting commercial aspects of Supermicro’s products and programs.

Process and Strategy Development:

• Assist in developing form agreements, establishing best practices, and leading training initiatives to drive continuous improvement in legal processes.
• Contribute to the development of scalable processes to support the rapid growth of the business.

Regulatory and Compliance Support:

• Stay updated on applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards that impact commercial agreements and guide the business accordingly.
• Support the company's efforts in maintaining regulatory and compliance standards across various business functions.

Dynamic Team Collaboration:

• As a valuable member of the Legal team, contribute to other legal projects and tasks that arise across the organization, expanding your scope of impact.

Qualifications:

Essential Qualifications:

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant legal experience, with at least 5 years in an in-house legal role.
• Practical experience in complex contract negotiations, with a strong understanding of business processes and commercial contract terms.
• Knowledge of the Server/Storage/Cloud Computing industry is a plus.
• Strong written communication and influencing skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail, excellent time management skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams (technology, legal, finance, marketing, HR).
• High degree of professionalism, integrity, discretion, and confidentiality.
• A problem-solving mindset, with the ability to ask key questions, identify issues, and develop creative solutions in a fast-paced environment.
• A flexible attitude, with the ability to drive change constructively and adapt to new challenges.
• Active membership in at least one state bar; candidates with a JD and an interest in business law are also encouraged to apply.

Salary Range

$172,000 - $195,000.

The salary offered will depend on several factors, including your location, level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience, and comparison to other employees already in this role. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as participation in bonus and equity award programs.

EEO Statement

Supermicro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of Supermicro to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.