Job Description

Company Description

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we\xe2\x80\x99ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world\xe2\x80\x99s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You\xe2\x80\x99ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That\xe2\x80\x99s us, too.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital\xc2\xae, G-Technology\xe2\x84\xa2, SanDisk\xc2\xae and WD\xc2\xae brands.

Today\xe2\x80\x99s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It\xe2\x80\x99s You & Western Digital. Together, we\xe2\x80\x99re the next BIG thing in data.



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\xe2\x80\x99s 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\xe2\x80\x99s office in Penang, Malaysia, and will report to the Assistant General Counsel, Contract Management Organization Lead.

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 (and overseeing the work product of) attorneys and contract managers within the Contract Management Organization and various teams within the Legal Department.
• May manage one or more contract managers or contract administrators.
• Supporting and improving various aspects of the contract management process to drive efficiency.
• Working on special projects, such as factory expansion and 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.
• Experience managing a team is preferred.
• Self-starter who takes ownership of work and demonstrates the ability to work independently and collaboratively with others.

Additional Qualifications:

• Licensed attorney in Malaysia and/or Singapore.
• Juris Doctorate (JD) or equivalent from accredited law school.

Additional Information

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

NOTICE TO CANDIDATES: Western Digital has received reports of scams where a payment is requested on Western Digital\xe2\x80\x99s behalf as a condition for receiving an offer of employment. Please be aware that Western Digital and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to compliance@wdc.com.

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