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Western Digital Capital

Legal Counsel, Contracts

Western Digital Capital, Milpitas, California, United States, 95035


Job Type (exemption status): Exempt position - Please see related compensation & benefits details belowSalary Range: 131,920.00-186,900.00Business Function: LegalCompany Description

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that.Job Description

As a member of the Contract Management Organization (within the Global Technology & Commercial Legal Services Team), this team member will provide high-quality legal counsel and support to Western Digital’s Procurement Organization, including negotiation of commercial agreements and collaboration with internal stakeholders and outside counsel. This full-time position will report to the Senior Legal Counsel and is based at Western Digital’s office in Milpitas, California or Irvine, California (or may be Remote for the right candidate).Responsibilities include:Drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and finalizing commercial contracts, including, but not limited to, professional services agreements, purchase agreements, manufacturing services agreements, facilities services agreements, software licensing agreements, engagement letters, statements of work, amendments, and other business/legal documents.Identifying and advising internal clients on risks associated with each transaction and proposing practical/strategic risk mitigation strategies in connection with commercial transactions.Overseeing the work product of contract managers and working closely with team members within the Contract Management Organization and various teams within the Legal Department.Supporting and improving various aspects of the contract management process to drive efficiency.Working on special projects, as needed.Qualifications

3+ years of relevant transactional experience in a law firm and/or in-house legal department drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements.Self-starter who takes ownership of work and demonstrates the ability to work independently and collaboratively with others in a team environment.Ability to effectively identify goals and communicate and identify risks and proposed go-forward strategies with internal business clients.Experience working in (or with) technology companies or in the technology industry is preferred.Strong attention to detail and strong analytical skills.Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.Track record of providing high-quality, timely results on a wide variety of contract matters.Additional Qualifications:Juris Doctorate (JD) from accredited law school.Current member of California State Bar in good standing or Registered In-house Counsel in California.Additional Information

Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status, physical or mental disability, or other legally protected characteristics.Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.#LI-VV1Compensation & Benefits DetailsAn employee’s pay position within the salary range may be based on several factors including but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, and experience.The salary range is what we believe to be the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting.We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid vacation time; paid sick leave; medical/dental/vision insurance; life, accident and disability insurance; tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts; employee assistance program; tuition reimbursement; and a 401(k) Plan.

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