Senior Legal Counsel

About Samsung Austin Semiconductor
Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At SAS, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow. 

Come innovate with us!

Position Summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is one of the most advanced semiconductor manufacturing facilities in the world with more than 3,000 employees and 2.45 million square feet of floor space. Samsung Austin Semiconductor has broad semiconductor process technology offerings serving customers in various application areas including mobile, consumer, networking/high performance computing, Internet of Things, RF and automotive.

Since 1996, its parent company, Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd has invested approximately $17 billion in Samsung Austin Semiconductor’s Austin, Texas campus, making it one of the largest direct foreign investments in United States history. Samsung Austin Semiconductor is a premier employer who provides a great place to work, as well as advanced and upskilled training to thriving employees. Visit www.samsung.com/us/sas.

Samsung Austin Semiconductor strives to be the World's Best Foundry.

Role and Responsibilities

• Reporting to Director of Legal Transactions Group, draft and negotiate contracts to support advanced semiconductor fabrication facilities across multiple sites, with a focus on vendor/supplier and procurement contracts.

• Directly advise management on legal risks presented in transactional matters.

• Continuously improve legal operations, including work processes, forms, software systems, policies and guidebooks.

• Establish cross-functional relationships to solve problems that impact many company stakeholders.

• Manage routine legal processes, working with paralegal staff, such as NDA negotiation, task tracking and reporting.

Skills and Qualifications

• Must have JD degree with at least 5 years of relevant legal experience.
• Must be licensed to practice law in Texas.
• Must be detail oriented, have good judgment and be able to manage multiple complex and competing priorities without significant supervision.
• Experience in semiconductor, manufacturing or technology transactions is a plus.
• Experience working as both an in-house attorney and at a major law firm is a plus. 

Total Rewards
At Samsung SAS, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
• Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
• Wellness incentives and MORE
   
  

Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

All positions at SAS are full-time on-site.

U.S. Export Control Compliance
This role requires access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.

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