Senior Legal Counsel

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Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture. ​

For over 55 years ASM has been ahead of what’s next, at the forefront of innovation and what’s technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving.  But we’re more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world.  Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential.  

The ASM Global Legal Department consists of 12 legal professionals and is focused on advising the organization in commercial and regulatory matters that impact the business and business operations. The team is forward looking and able to understand the pivotal changing market. The department has a dynamic working environment in an innovative, cutting-edge business, paired with supportive atmosphere, where you can sharpen your talents with new challenges and career opportunities.

As part of our expansion, we are currently looking for a Senior Legal Counsel

Position: This role is in Almere at the headquarters of ASM. The role of the senior legal counsel is an important one in ASM’s fast paced, rapidly growing, profitable and exciting business environment. The role is in the Corporate Legal Department in Almere, The Netherlands and is a commercial lawyer role which includes providing commercial support to the business (sales contracts, supplier contracts, general conditions, etc.) in combination with a role in privacy law.

The responsibilities in this role mean that you will be a trusted advisor to the European Sales group, European R&D groups, Procurement, and our affiliates in Europe. Another part of the responsibilities will be relating to privacy law on a European and global scale.

The day-to-day responsibilities will include: Advising ASM’s affiliates in Europe with its activities in technology development, sales and service, privacy, negotiating a suite of different contracts like R&D, funded research, sales, service, procurement and lease agreements, and providing training. In this highly technological environment experience in IP-related contracts is a plus.

You will be part of the worldwide Corporate Legal team and will interact with many internal stakeholders. In addition, you will engage with external counsel.

What sets you apart: Candidates must have a Master’s Degree in Dutch law. Candidates with French, German, or English law Master’s qualifications are also encouraged to apply. This role requires a track record in a commercial lawyer role and privacy, either from a top-tier law firm or from experience as legal counsel, preferably in a multinational company. With your 8+ years of working experience, you have gained familiarity with complex legal and privacy matters. You can translate these into pragmatic advice in a multicultural, highly technical, growing, dynamic, and demanding business environment.

To be successful in this role you will need to bring a strong personality and the capacity to work with many internal and external stakeholders. It goes without saying that you have a strongly developed business sense and the ability to support business objectives and can deal with a high workload without compromising on high quality legal analysis, advise and documentation.

You are a proactive person with the aim to improve processes continuously. Furthermore, you can build relationships and networks which are key in achieving goals and make effective use of (in)formal networks to get things done. You have excellent communication and influencing skills; fluency in (written and spoken) English is a must.

What we offer:

  • The opportunity to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment at a global leader in the semiconductor industry.
  • Comprehensive employee benefits, including competitive compensation, insurance, and development programs.
  • A supportive culture that values diversity, collaboration, and personal growth

 

Note to recruitment agencies: We are not looking for external recruiting support for this role. Thank you for your understanding.

 

Apply today to be part of what’s next.

We make the tech that enables the chips in devices which improve lives around the world. We do this with an eye to the future, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible through cutting-edge innovation, and driving the next wave of technological breakthroughs that shape how we live, work, and connect.

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ASM is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify or expression, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.