Counsel

As a member of the Contract Management Organization (within the Global Technology & Commercial Legal Services Team), this individual will provide high-quality legal counsel and support to Western Digital’s Strategic Sourcing Organization, including negotiation of commercial agreements and collaboration with internal stakeholders and outside counsel.  This full-time position is based at Western Digital’s sites in either Penang or Kuala Lumpur Malaysia and requires regular presence onsite. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and finalizing commercial contracts, including, but not limited to, professional services agreements, equipment purchase agreements, manufacturing services agreements, facilities services agreements, power supply agreements, software licensing agreements, purchase agreements, engagement letters, statements of works, amendments, and other business/legal documents.
• Identifying and advising internal clients on risks associated with each transaction and proposing practical/strategic risk mitigation strategies in connection with commercial transactions.
• Working closely with attorneys and contract managers within the Contract Management Organization and various teams within the Legal Department.
• Supporting and improving various aspects of the contract management process to drive efficiency.
• Working on special projects, such as renewable energy projects, as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5-8+ years of relevant transactional experience in a law firm and/or in-house legal department drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements.
• Ability to effectively identify goals and communicate and identify risks and proposed go-forward strategies with internal business clients.
• Experience working in (or with) technology companies or in the technology industry is preferred.
• Strong attention to details and strong analytical skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Track record of providing high-quality, timely results on a wide variety of contract matters.
• Self-starter who takes ownership of work and demonstrates the ability to work independently and collaboratively with others.
• Strong proactive communication skills within the Legal team and across business stakeholders.
• Committed to growth mindset and continuous improvement.
• Experience with contract lifecycle management, AI use in contract management, e-signature and other software tools supporting global contracting desired.

Additional Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from an accredited university.
• Called to the Malaysian Bar and admitted as an Advocate and Solicitor of the High Court of Malaya will be an advantage.

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