Corporate Counsel (TEMPORARY)

Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPS) is one of the fastest growing companies in the Semiconductor industry. We are worldwide technical leaders in Integrated Power Semiconductors and Systems Power delivery architectures. At MPS, we cultivate creativity, are passionate about sustainability, and are committed to providing leading-edge products and innovation to our customers. Our portfolio of technology helps power our world ---come join our team and see how YOU can make a difference.

Job Description:

Seeking Corporate Counsel to join a small in-house legal team that values work-life balance at a publicly traded hardware technology company.

This is a short term 6 months assignment. Location is based in our Kirkland, WA office but could accommodate hybrid schedule.  

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Governance and Compliance:

• Assist with corporate governance matters including board minutes, policies, and training.
• Assist with employment matters.
• Assist in preparing public company SEC filings and corporate secretary functions: timely and accurate 10 Ks, 10-Qs, proxy statements, etc.
• Assist with any merger, acquisition, or other corporate transactions.
• Support subsidiaries worldwide.
• Provide strategic legal support to sales, finance, operations, engineering, and other internal groups across the company.
• Provide support to outside counsel on litigation matters.

Commercial Contracts

• Engage in contract negotiations with channel partners, suppliers, and end customers.
• Responsibility extends to support of international sales and territory-specific versions of sales and support contracts.

Qualifications:

• Law degree with excellent academic credentials.
• Minimum of two years of corporate legal experience at a top tier law firm or in-house.
• Candidate must be willing to roll up sleeves and be hands on with little or no administrative support (some tasks will be like paralegal duties).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as excellent interpersonal skills desired. Candidate also needs to be able to handle challenging interpersonal or multi-cultural situations.
• Be able to supervise and train junior legal staff.
• Must be a fast learner.
• Must be organized and able to work independently.
• Must be willing to travel occasionally.

Desired Experience

• ’33 and’34 Act disclosure and reporting.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial and licensing contracts, including negotiating with sophisticated, nationally recognized companies.
• Corporate governance matters, such as board minutes and subsidiary compliance.
• Data privacy law (i.e., GDPR).

Benefits:

• Attractive compensation.
• Supportive work environment where your ideas count, and you can thrive in a diverse culture.
• World of opportunities for your personal and professional development.

MPS offers a comprehensive benefits package. We provide health care coverage, dental and vision, 401(K), Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), up to 11 company paid holidays, and 15- 20 days of paid time off depending on your tenure, generous discretionary company bonuses, and life and disability protection. Employees in sales positions may be eligible for our sales incentive bonuses. Employees in certain positions may be eligible for stock compensation. For more information on MPS’ benefits please view our company website at www.monolithicpower.com.

Pay is based on market location and may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education and other job-related reasons. The base salary range for this position in Washington is $150,000 - $200,000. 

Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of MPS to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.