In-house Contracts Attorney - Director

Verisign

Reston, VA, United States
Base: $199,100 - $269,300; bonus/equity: discretio...
On-site
Expert level contract drafting and negotiation skills
12+ years of legal experience in-house
Technology and software licensing expertise
The role supports Verisign's mission to enable the security, stability, and resiliency of the internet through critical procurement activities

Job Summary

  • The role supports Verisign's mission to enable the security, stability, and resiliency of the internet through critical procurement activities.
  • The Director-Legal will provide expert legal advice on a broad range of issues including cloud-based technologies, AI, and corporate operations.
  • Verisign offers a competitive salary range of $199,100 - $269,300 along with discretionary bonuses and potential stock awards.

Matching Summary

The role supports Verisign's mission to enable the security, stability, and resiliency of the internet through critical procurement activities.

Salary

Base: $199,100 - $269,300; Bonus/Equity: Discretionary bonus based on performance; Benefits: Competitive benefits package mentioned

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Expert level contract drafting and negotiation skills
  • 12+ years of legal experience in-house
  • Technology and software licensing expertise
  • Experience advising senior executives
  • Virginia bar admission or eligibility

Nice-to-have

  • Familiarity with domain name industry
  • Experience managing attorneys and contracts managers
  • Knowledge of artificial intelligence technologies
  • Strong dispute resolution skills
  • Ability to work in fast-paced environment

Key Requirements

  • J.D. from accredited law school
  • 12+ years legal experience
  • Virginia bar admission required
  • Expertise in intellectual property and privacy laws
  • Experience managing other attorneys

Work Rights

Must be admitted to Virginia bar or eligible for admission as Virginia Corporate Counsel

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