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Sony Corporation of America (SCA), the US headquarters of Sony, has an excellent opportunity for a Staff Attorney.The SCA Legal Department provides comprehensive, proactive legal services to internal clients and coordinates closely with the legal teams of our affiliates. We work in a fast-paced, hands-on, small team environment, where being both a self-starter and team player is critical.

Responsibilities:Provide legal services to assigned internal client groups, as well as supporting SCA attorneys on other assignmentsProvide legal support on all aspects of strategic sourcing groups, with a focus on information technology agreements and data center operationsDraft and negotiate commercial contracts for complex, enterprise-wide transactionsAdvise on privacy-related matters and work in close coordination with Privacy officers and Privacy counsel to ensure compliance with applicable privacy laws and regulationsPerform other duties as assignedQualifications:Requires a J.D. with strong academic performance, with membership in good standing in at least one state (preferably New York)3 - 5 years of transactional experience working in a well-respected law firm and/or a large corporationA proven ability to master complex legal requirements, learn quickly, and interact easily with all levels of employeesExperience meeting tight deadlines while simultaneously prioritizing multiple projects is essentialExcellent written and oral communications skills, comprehensive interpersonal skillsA demonstrated ability to work very closely with the business side and on project teams, and to approach issues with a practical and global strategic focusAttention to detail, commitment to quality, and passion for resultsExperience negotiating and drafting agreements for a wide array of technology and IP related transactions, including technology licensing (both inbound and outbound), cloud-based agreements (IAAS, PAAS, SAAS), IT outsourcing, hardware leases, cross-border transactions, and experience supporting data center operations and information security departments is strongly preferredExperience coordinating across various business, legal and compliance departments of a multinational company's global affiliates, including working with lawyers in other business units and countries, and acting as a project manager to coordinate activities of internal groups such as compliance, risk management, tax, information security, etc.Experience with telecommunications vendors is a plusProficiency in Microsoft Office SuiteAll candidates must be authorized to work in the USA.

The anticipated annual base salary for this position is $145,000 to 160,000. This range does not include any other compensation components or other benefits that an individual may be eligible for. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), gender, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, military status, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or family status, genetic information, medical condition, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.Disability Accommodation for Applicants to Sony Corporation of AmericaSony Corporation of America provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures.

For reasonable accommodation requests, please contact us by email at careers@sonyusa.com or by mail to: Sony Corporation of America, Human Resources Department, 25 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10010. Please indicate the position you are applying for.

EEO is the LawEEO is the Law SupplementRight to Work (English/Spanish)E-Verify Participation (English/Spanish)While SCA does not require employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, there are certain Sony offices that require employees to be vaccinated in order to enter. If you will be located at or travel to those offices, you will be required to be fully vaccinated to enter. The Company will consider requests for reasonable accommodations for documented medical reasons and for sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law.

Please do not include proof of vaccination status or any indication of a possible request for a vaccination accommodation when submitting your application materials. If applicable, the Company will follow up with you directly to request proof of vaccination and to discuss any potential accommodations. SummaryLocation: New YorkType: Full time.