Counsel, SonicWall
$157-266k
Network security solutions
Job no longer available
Network security solutions
1001+ employees
Job no longer available
$157-266k
1001+ employees
Company mission
To provide companies with technology that is as affordable as it is effective.
Role
Who you are
- Experience with channel (VAR, OEM, SI, etc.) programs and relationships preferred, particularly with two-tier distribution models as well as procurement transactions and data privacy on a global basis
- Demonstrated experience as a self-driven attorney who can work independently; strong drafting and negotiation skills along with excellent business judgment, strategic thinking, and attention to detail
- Experienced in handling issues related to software licensing, hardware sales, services, intellectual property, marketing, corporate structuring, regulatory, and data privacy matters
- Passionate and excited about closing deals, working with our team and our customers, and building a business
- Able to coordinate effectively across disciplines, gain trust and confidence with colleagues at many different levels throughout the company and are clear and concise in your communications
- At your best in a fast-paced team environment, able to react promptly and comfortable prioritizing multiple, often competing deliverables while managing expectations around deadlines
- Flexibility, initiative, and willingness to work on a broad variety of legal matters
- Hard-working, highly team-oriented, well-organized, and able to manage numerous projects simultaneously under pressure
- Must be a team player and work well in areas of shared responsibility and accountability
- JD from a top law school with a current license and a minimum of 3-8+ years of experience working in the tech industry negotiating commercial contracts
- Active membership in at least one state bar in the US
- Demonstrated ability to develop creative solutions to novel issues in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment
- Ability to independently raise questions, investigate decisions, and develop solutions to maintain the company’s culture of business integrity
- Willing to roll up sleeves and be involved in all legal aspects of a fast-growing company
- Sound and practical business judgment, intellectual creativity, and problem-solving skills
What the job involves
- Drafting and negotiating a wide range of contracts including inbound and outbound licensing, professional services, channel partner, nondisclosure and other commercial and technology related agreements
- Supporting and coaching our sales and procurement teams on deal structure and contract negotiations
- Working cross-functionally to support and manage all aspects of the legal sales relationship with “key” distributors and with procurement relationships globally
- Supporting marketing, privacy, and corporate initiatives
- Serving as a trusted advisor and business partner across the company by providing counsel and guidance for accomplishing SonicWall’s overall business objectives
Our take
As workplaces become more distributed, and cyberattacks get smarter and more frequent, companies require more robust cybersecurity systems to protect themselves and their customers. SonicWall offers next-gen firewalls and cybersecurity solutions for hyper-distributed spaces, to allow businesses across industries to protect their vital infrastructure and data.
SonicWall was founded in 1991, and has continuously delivered internet security solutions and appliances for the evolving digital world. Its products can stop targeted cyberattacks and manage remote workforce access, as well as facilitate secure cloud adoption, zero-trust security, and more. In addition, the company publishes the world’s most quoted ransomware threat intelligence in the SonicWall Cyber Threat Report.
SonicWall has been awarded the CRN Annual Report Card Award for Enterprise Network Security, showing that it is a top technology vendor in its field. The company continues to improve its products, with several recent and future releases contributing to enhancing the protections it offers.
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Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
3% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company benefits
- Educational Assistance: we enhance formal training with individualized development programs, mentoring, networking, stretch assignments and growth opportunities
- Time to Recharge: with paid time off, ample holidays and a great work-life balance, our employees have the time they need to rest and come back with new and fresh ideas
- Rewards for Your Achievements: long and short-term incentive programs reward your achievements both this year and down the road
- The Ability to Make a Difference: our community efforts, charity drives and other involvement programs allow us to work towards a better world together
- Wellness Programs That Support the Whole You: we put employee health and wellness first because it is essential for the health of our business
Company HQ
Milpitas, CA
Leadership
Paul J. Ilse
(CEO)Joined FPO in 2015 and continues to support the firm’s portfolio companies while leading SonicWall’s next phase of growth. Serves on the boards of Follett School Solutions, QGenda, and VitalSource, and has previously served on the boards of Discovery Education, NMI, ClickSoftware, BluJay Solutions, 2Checkout, and HealthcareSource.
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