Director & Sr Corporate Counsel (Government & Trade)

At Cadence we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.

Cadence Design Systems (Cadence) seeks a highly motivated attorney to join Cadences Legal Departments Government and Trade team. As a member of this team and the legal department you will play a key role in supporting Cadences trade compliance program with key responsibilities such as:

• Support on all ongoing activities related to U.S. export control laws and regulations such as the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) country-specific regulations.

• Conduct internal investigations

• Assist in company-wide compliance programs and initiatives as well as special projects that support and enhance Cadences trade compliance program initiatives; and

• Partner and collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Finance Sales and R&D providing legal advice and guidance on various matters involving U.S. export controls.

Potential candidate must possess the following minimum qualifications:

• Comprehensive knowledge of the EAR the ITAR and OFAC

• Experience managing inquiries and engagements with US government regulators

• Resourceful self-starter with excellent organizational and problem-solving skills with good communication (written and verbal) interpersonal and strong analytical skills.

• An individual who is highly team-oriented with a sense of humor an open mind and the ability to quickly adapt to change in a fast-paced working environment.

• 5 years of attorney experience with a law firm and/or in-house with a multinational corporation.

• Experience in the software or technology industries is desirable and a willingness to travel occasionally

• J.D. degree and membership in at least one U.S. state bar in good standing.

The annual salary range for California is $176400 to $327600. You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus equity and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications skill level competencies and work location. Our benefits programs include: paid vacation and paid holidays 401(k) plan with employer match employee stock purchase plan a variety of medical dental and vision plan options and more.

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