Senior Legal Counsel, Arista

• This role requires a commercially minded lawyer with deep experience in structuring and negotiating complex agreements, serving as trusted advisor to business leaders on legal matters, and partnering with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, international environment
• The successful candidate will bring strong legal expertise, sound judgment, and a pragmatic approach to balancing legal risks with business objectives
• Law degree and qualification to practice law in at least one EU jurisdiction
• 10+ years of legal experience, including a combination of training at a reputable international law firm and in-house counsel experience with a multinational corporation
• Fluency in English
• Strong track record advising on commercial transactions, international contracting, and cross-border legal issues
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to distill complex legal issues into clear, practical advice for business audiences
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across multiple jurisdictions and functions

Desirable

• As we continue to expand in Europe, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Commercial Counsel to join our legal team and play a key role in supporting our growth across the EU
• The Senior Commercial Counsel will serve as a trusted legal partner to Arista’s business teams throughout Europe and globally, providing expert guidance on a broad spectrum of legal and compliance issues
• This is a high-impact role with visibility across senior leadership, offering the opportunity to shape and influence the legal framework that supports Arista’s continued European and global expansion
• Commercial Transactions:
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of commercial agreements, including customer sales contracts, channel partner agreements, procurement agreements, technology licensing arrangements, and professional services engagements
• Provide business-oriented legal advice to sales, finance, operations, and product teams throughout contract lifecycles
• Regulatory and Compliance
• Partner with Arista’s compliance and other legal teams to advise on EU and member-state regulatory requirements affecting Arista’s operations
• Support compliance initiatives including GDPR, export controls, and anti-bribery/anti-corruption programs
• Risk Management & Dispute Resolution
• Identify, assess, and communicate legal risks while proposing practical solutions to business stakeholders
• Manage and coordinate external counsel in disputes, regulatory inquiries, or specialized subject matters
• Cross-Functional Leadership:
• Collaborate with senior executives and business leaders across the company, acting as a strategic partner to drive growth while protecting Arista’s legal and ethical standards
• Contribute to the development of internal processes, templates, and training programs to enhance efficiency and compliance awareness