Senior Counsel - Risk & Enforcement

Qualifications:

• · Excellent academic credentials; J.D. from an accredited law school required.
• · Must be in good standing with at least one State Bar.
• · Minimum of 10 years of total experience with at least 5 years of experience in a law firm litigation position, including significant in-house experience.
• · Minimum of 5 years of experience managing intellectual property or technology-related disputes, including meaningful experience with software, trade secret, copyright, patent, licensing, or open source matters.
• · Engineering, computer science, or other relevant technical degree preferred, together with experience in software and/or other high technology industries.
• · Deep knowledge of and hands-on experience with litigation strategy, internal investigations, preservation, discovery, expert development, settlement analysis, and outside counsel management.
• · Demonstrated experience developing litigation readiness, dispute prevention, trade secret protection, or enforcement programs before claims are filed.
• · Deep technical fluency in software and related technologies; ability to engage substantively with engineers and product managers on technical matters and translate technical concepts into legal and litigation risk analysis.
• · Experience with software license compliance and enforcement, customer or vendor disputes, and the practical and commercial considerations involved in resolving those matters.
• · Demonstrated senior leadership capability, including the ability to set strategic direction, influence at the executive level, and lead complex cross-functional matters across a broad legal portfolio.
• · Ability to clearly articulate and defend risk analysis; critically examine business practices to ensure they are aligned with legal requirements; and provide practical advice regarding business risk.
• · Successful candidate is a proven team player and consensus builder that takes a business approach to law.
• · Successful candidate is a flexible self-starter and proactive problem solver who can work autonomously and handle significant client contact.
• · Effective written and oral communication skills are essential. Ability to clearly present information, in writing and orally, respond to questions from executives, managers, customers, and other employees, with focus on client service.
• · Diplomatic, approachable and possessing good business and personal judgment.
• · Must manage conflicting demands from multiple business clients in a fast-paced environment.
• · Excellent organizational skills; ability to manage multiple projects at once, follow through and meet deadlines.
• · Inherent ability to act with the highest integrity and professionalism.
• Information Security:
• Information security is everyone's responsibility. A fundamental principle of information security at Rocket Software is that all individuals in the organization have a responsibility for the security and protection of company information and IT Resources over which they have control, according to their role.
• Diversity, Inclusion & Equity:
• At Rocket we are committed to an inclusive workplace environment, where every Rocketeer can thrive by bringing their full selves to work. Being a Rocketeer means you are part of our movement to continually drive inclusivity, diversity and equity in our workforce.
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• Annual salary range for this position is between $112,500.00 - $151,875.00 gross before taxes.
• What Rocket Software can offer you in USA:
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• Unlimited Vacation Time as well as paid holidays and sick time
• Health and Wellness coverage options for Rocketeers and dependents
• Life and disability coverage
• Fidelity 401(k) and Roth Retirement Savings with matching contributions
• Monthly student debt benefit program
• Tuition Reimbursement and Certificate Reimbursement Program opportunities
• Leadership and skills training opportunities
• EOE M/F/Vet/Disability. Rocket Software Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Rocket Software Inc. is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
• At Rocket Software, we believe AI is a critical enabler of innovation and productivity. All Rocketeers are expected to actively leverage AI-powered tools and technologies, where appropriate, to enhance efficiency, improve decision-making, and deliver greater impact in their roles. Embracing continuous learning and the responsible use of AI is an essential part of how we work.
• Rocket is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call: 781-577-4321 or send an email to [email protected]. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
• As part of our commitment to a safe and trustworthy workplace, we include background and reference checks in our hiring process.
• It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
• If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Leadership and skills training opportunities

Preferred Qualifications

• · Engineering, computer science, or other relevant technical degree preferred, together with experience in software and/or other high technology industries.