We are seeking an experienced Senior In-House Legal Counsel to support our strategic and operational goals. As a Senior In-House Legal Counsel, you will play a critical role in providing comprehensive and strategic legal support across various functions of the company.
With 8-10 years of experience, you will work closely with senior management to guide the companys legal strategy, risk management, and compliance efforts. This position requires exceptional strategic thinking, the ability to develop long-term plans, and a KPI-oriented approach to support the growth and success of the business.
Responsibilities
Review, draft, and negotiate NDAs and commercial agreements, including negotiating agreements between the company and its customers, partners, and vendors (such as licensing, leasing, services, marketing, sales, operations, OEM, MOU, partner, and evaluation agreements).
Manage and coordinate Request for Proposals (RFPs).
Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, and draft and submit responses to funding bids such as Horizon, Israel Innovation Authority, and Bird.
Provide legal support for procurement and supply chain contracts.
Advise on compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Handle and advise on the use of open source software, and create an open source compliance list.
Support the continuous improvement of standard form agreements, policies, andlegal processes.
Respond promptly to requests for legal advice from business teams.
Conduct legal research and provide timely updates on legal developments relevant to the tech and chip industry.
Experience in handling trademarks and patents is an advantage.
Assist in managing disputes and litigation as necessary.
Facilitate internal policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance.
Serve as the point of contact for employment law firms, advising on a variety of employment law issues, including regulatory compliance and employee rights.
Draft, review, and negotiate employment agreements, ensuring they align with best practices and legal requirements.
Manage the termination process, ensuring compliance with applicable employment laws and company policies.
Provide legal guidance on recruiting agreements and related employment matters.
Requirements: 810 years of experience as a legal counsel, ideally in-house within a technology company. Experience in deep tech and chip industries is a plus.
LLB degree required; MBA or other advanced degrees are an advantage.
Israel Bar License required; membership in other bar associations is an advantage.
Strong expertise in export control laws and employment law, including drafting employment agreements and handling termination processes.
Demonstrated ability to work closely with senior management and influence decision-making.
Exceptional interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to develop long-term plans.
KPI-oriented approach to manage legal processes and contribute to business success.
Fluency in English (writing and speaking; preferably native speaker) is required. Other languages are an advantage.
Proactive, solution-oriented approach with excellent analytical and communication skills.
Experience with Salesforce, Slack, and DocuSign is preferred.
This position is open to all candidates.