Legal Counsel (Commercial)

Job Req ID: 25838

About Supermicro:

Supermicro® is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT/Embedded customers worldwide.

We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms.

Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer a large number of new positions to the technology community.

We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us.

Why This Role Matters:

Be a Key Player in a High-Impact Role: As a Commercial Counsel, you will play a pivotal role in shaping Supermicro's commercial strategy, advising on legal and business risks, and driving the growth of our key partnerships.

Support Strategic Growth: Your legal expertise will help facilitate complex commercial transactions and guide the business in developing long-term, successful relationships with our partners.

Drive Legal Excellence Across Teams: Your contributions will ensure that Supermicro's legal framework supports and aligns with our fast-paced, high-growth environment.

What You'll Do:

Commercial Contract Management:


* Collaborate with Sales, Operations, Product Management, Finance, and Accounting teams on the development and negotiation of various commercial contracts (sales, procurement, channel, OEM, licensing, support, services, marketing, and more).


* Provide legal advice on potential risks related to commercial transactions and offer creative, practical solutions to meet business goals.


* Advise on legal and strategic business matters to foster long-term relationships with key partners, supporting commercial aspects of Supermicro's products and programs.

Process and Strategy Development:


* Assist in developing form agreements, establishing best practices, and leading training initiatives to drive continuous improvement in legal processes.


* Contribute to the development of scalable processes to support the rapid growth of the business.

Regulatory and Compliance Support:


* Stay updated on applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards that impact commercial agreements and guide the business accordingly.


* Support the company's efforts in maintaining regulatory and compliance standards across various business functions.

Dynamic Team Collaboration:


* As a valuable member of the Legal team, contribute to other legal projects and tasks that arise across the organization, expanding your scope of impact.

What You'll Bring:

Essential Qualifications:


* Minimum of 5 years of relevant legal experience, with at least 3 years in an in-house legal role.


* Practical experience in complex contract negotiations, with a strong understanding of business processes and commercial contract terms.


* Knowledge of the Server/Storage/Cloud Computing industry is a plus.


* Strong written c...