Legal Counsel, Auto
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In short
Qualcomm is seeking an attorney for its in-house legal department to support its automotive business, focusing on commercial transactions, technology licensing, and advising on legal and regulatory risks for automotive software and hardware products. The role requires a Juris Doctorate, 5+ years of relevant experience, and an active bar license, with preferred experience in automotive manufacturing, software, semiconductors, or supply chain matters.
Responsibilities
- Draft and negotiate a wide variety of transactional agreements involving automotive software and hardware products, including issues related to software licensing, intellectual property rights, data, and use of AI in product offerings.
- Provide legal advice and support to the business unit, including sales, marketing, communications, product management, operations, engineering, and finance.
- Assist in global automotive matters as needed, including issues related to automotive regulations, connected vehicles, motor vehicle safety, marketing, communications, and the like.
Requirements
- Juris Doctorate degree or international equivalent.
- 5+ years of relevant experience as counsel at a law firm or in-house.
- Active bar license to practice law in the state or jurisdiction where the employee will be practicing (or ability to obtain upon hiring).
Desired Qualifications
- 8+ years of experience, preferably in an automotive environment with a technology-focused background.
- Demonstrated experience negotiating and drafting complex technology agreements.
- Broad legal experience spanning automotive manufacturing and/or automotive software, semiconductors, and/or supply chain matters.
- Proactive, practical approach to legal guidance and risk assessment.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a cross-functional environment.
- Willingness to support global regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia.
- High integrity and strong performance orientation.
Benefits
- Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
- Opportunity for annual RSU grants
- Highly competitive benefits package
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Company
Qualcomm
Job Posted
1 month ago
Employment Type
Full Time
WorkMode
On Site
Experience Level
Senior
Locations
San Diego, United States of America
Qualification
Bachelor, Doctoral
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