Overview
A leading provider of test and measurement technologies for the semiconductor industry is seeking a Commercial Counsel to join their Legal team. This role involves supporting the review, drafting, negotiation, and management of a wide range of commercial agreements that enable business operations globally. The position requires close collaboration with stakeholders across Sales, Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance, IT, Engineering, and Operations to facilitate business transactions while managing legal and commercial risk.
Responsibilities
- Draft, review, negotiate, and manage various commercial agreements including master supply agreements, sales agreements, purchase orders, statements of work (SOWs), vendor and supplier agreements, equipment procurement contracts, software and SaaS licenses, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), and professional and consulting services agreements.
- Provide practical legal guidance on contract terms, risk allocation, compliance requirements, and negotiation strategies in partnership with business teams.
- Identify legal, financial, operational, and commercial risks in proposed transactions and develop solutions that align with business objectives and protect company interests.
- Support negotiation and administration of commercial transactions balancing legal considerations with operational and customer requirements.
- Maintain and improve contract templates, playbooks, standard terms and conditions, clause libraries, and contracting processes to enhance efficiency and scalability.
- Support administration and optimization of the contract lifecycle management system and related workflows.
- Escalate complex, high-risk, strategic, or non-standard legal issues to senior legal leadership and assist in developing resolution strategies.
- Monitor and advise on legal and regulatory developments affecting commercial transactions within semiconductor and advanced technology industries, including export controls, trade compliance, intellectual property licensing, and data protection.
- Collaborate with Finance, Compliance, Tax, Operations, and other internal stakeholders on contract-related matters and business initiatives.
- Assist with legal projects, policy development, training, and process improvement initiatives to enhance the Legal function.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 3 years with a Master’s degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work experience.
- 1–2 years of experience at a nationally recognized law firm (Am Law 50 or equivalent) in commercial, corporate, or technology transactions.
- In-house legal experience supporting technology, semiconductor, electronics, manufacturing, or industrial organizations.
- Familiarity with semiconductor industry contracting including equipment, materials, technology licensing, supply chain, procurement, and customer agreements.
- Experience with intellectual property licensing, technology transfer, software licensing, and commercialization matters.
- Knowledge of export controls, trade compliance, and international commercial contracting.
- Experience working with contract lifecycle management platforms, including Ironclad.
- Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and develop scalable contracting practices.
Skills
- Contract Law
- Contract Negotiations
- Contract Writing
- Legal Negotiations
- Legal Operations
- Legal Writing
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $132,400.00 - $173,775.00 per year, depending on experience, skills, and background.
- Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage.
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP).
- Paid time off.
- Eligibility for quarterly profit-sharing bonuses.
- Flexible spending or savings accounts.
Location
- Position based in Denver, Colorado.
- Regular hours are day shift.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The employer is an equal opportunity organization complying with all national, state, and local laws promoting equal opportunities without regard to age, race, color, gender, gender identity/expression, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, disability, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, military service, or other legally protected characteristics. These protections apply to all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, training, promotions, and compensation.
Additional Information
For roles designated as remote-eligible, employees cannot be located in the following states: AL, AK, AR, DE, GA, HI, IL, IA, KY, LA, ME, MD, MS, MO, NE, NV, NJ, NM, ND, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, WV, WI, WY. Remote eligibility is only applicable when the job listing specifies "Remote" as the location.