Contracts Attorney

MurataDallas, TexasFull Time

Murata is a global leader in the design, manufacture and supply of advanced electronic materials, leading edge electronic components, and multi-functional, high-density modules. Murata innovations can be found in a wide range of applications from mobile phones to home appliances, and automotive applications to energy management systems and healthcare devices.

Workplace Policy

Hybrid

General Summary

The Contracts Attorney position is primarily responsible for reviewing, drafting and negotiating a broad range of commercial contracts. Ensures that contracts and associated processes are in compliance with legal regulations and meets organizational policies and contractual guidelines. Acts as a contract liaison between the company and customers/vendors, including participation in pre-contract discussions, contract negotiations, and contract changes. Position also researches US laws and regulations related to business activities and supports the company’s litigation needs.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Reviews all business contracts including but not limited to standard Ts&Cs, supply agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements, inter-company agreements, development/project agreements, and service contracts.
Helps to develop policies and positions on legal issues. Assists policy makers formulate correct plans and strategies by providing input regarding legal implications of the plans.
Participates in due diligence investigations in mergers and acquisitions or similar activities, as needed.
Performs legal research on state and federal laws.

Miscellaneous Job Responsibilities

Coordinates and supports special projects and cross-functional teams, as necessary.
Communicates and corresponds with external law firms, as necessary.
Drafts corporate minutes (such as Board of Director Meeting minutes, Stockholder Meeting minutes, unanimous consent, etc.) as necessary.
Performs other job-related responsibilities and duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Required Qualifications

Juris Doctor degree.
Active bar license to practice law.
One+ years’ comparable law experience.
Experience with contracts.
Excellent negotiation and communications skills.
Administrative and managerial skills.
Analytical ability and strong attention to detail.
Strong proficiency in PC skills using Microsoft Windows, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
Ability to demonstrate proficiency in interpersonal skills including effective collaboration and communication skills.
Ability to prioritize and work under tight schedules.
Requires the ability to analyze problems where established procedures may not exist and reach conclusions where considerable variation in interpretation is possible.