Director and Senior Corporate Counsel

Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate and advise on a variety of complex commercial agreements (e.g., inbound and outbound technology licenses, service agreements, co-marketing and co-branding agreements and software and SaaS agreements)
• Understand and leverage internal and external resources to ensure compliance with U.S. and international laws and regulations related to Verisign's products and advertising, as well as Verisign's top level domain registry operations
• Ensure members of the Law Department are apprised of material developments and matters on a timely basis
• Operate in an open and collaborative manner as a "team player"
• Skills, Knowledge and Experience Required:
• J.D. or equivalent degree from an accredited law school
• 12+ years of legal experience, preferably with some time spent in an in-house legal role in a technology/internet field
• Experience drafting complex commercial agreements and leading negotiations, with an emphasis on technology and content licensing
• Experience supporting the development and launch of new products and services
• Experience reviewing technical presentations, whitepapers, marketing materials and regulatory and compliance-related communications a plus
• Aptitude to quickly absorb and apply new information and function as a trusted legal advisor with direct interaction with senior management
• Must be admitted to the Virginia bar or eligible for admission as a Virginia Corporate Counsel
• Professional Attributes:
• Excellent attention to detail; superior oral and written communication skills; ability to deliver understandable and practical advice; and demonstrate well-honed analytical and project management skills
• Self-motivated team player with the ability to drive projects, identify and resolve issues and earn the confidence and cooperation of business leaders and legal colleagues
• Able to multi-task, organize, work independently in a fast-paced environment, and interface with all levels of management
• Eager to learn new industries, build new skills, and develop knowledge in emerging technologies
• This position is based in our Reston, VA office and offers a hybrid work schedule.
• The pay range is $199,100 - $269,300.
• Additional Information:
• Our Careers Page
• Our Benefits Summary
• Verisign in the Community
• Our EEO Statement
• Our Privacy Notice for Job Applicants/Candidates
• Reasonable Accommodations
• Staffing agency policy: No fees will be paid for unsolicited resumes submitted to Verisign or our employees by third parties.

Benefits

Additional Information

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 and Senior Corporate Counsel reporting to the Senior Director and Senior Corporate Counsel.

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