In-House Contracts Attorney - Director

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.

Key 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

Skills, Knowledge and Experience Required:

• 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

Professional Attributes: 

• 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

This position is based in our Reston, VA office and offers a hybrid work environment.

The pay range is $199,100 - $269,300. 

The anticipated annual base salary range for this position is noted above, however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience. Verisign offers a discretionary bonus which is based on individual and company performance, and certain roles may be eligible for discretionary stock awards.

Verisign is an equal opportunity employer. That means we recruit, hire, compensate, train, promote, transfer, and administer all terms and conditions of employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected categories under applicable law.

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