Sr. In-house Counsel, Contracts and AI

We are seeking a senior attorney to serve in the position of Director or Senior Director with a focus on responsibility for supporting the Company's Artificial Intelligence (AI) initiatives.

Key Responsibilities: * Review and advise on issues involving the implementation of AI * Help to develop the company's AI policies * Review, negotiate, and advise on agreements for AI services * Ability to draft, negotiate and advise on a variety of complex commercial agreements (e.g., inbound and outbound technology licenses, service agreements, and software and SaaS agreements), including but not limited to, those related to AI * Advise on contract interpretation and risk, policies and regulations related to Verisign's business, including but not limited to, those related to AI * Understand and advise on applicable U.S.

and international laws and regulations * Ensure members of the Law Department are apprised of material developments and matters in your areas of responsibility on a timely basis * Operate in a collaborative manner Skills, Knowledge and Experience Required: * J.D.

or equivalent degree from an accredited law school * 12+ years of legal experience, preferably with experience in an in-house legal role in a technology/internet field; familiarity with the domain name industry a plus * Experience working on AI transactions * Must have strong contract drafting skills with expertise in technology and software licensing * Experience advising senior executives * Well-honed analytical and project management skills with the ability to run multi-faceted projects * Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a team of attorneys and work cross-functionally * Experience advising on intellectual property issues pertaining to software licensing and international laws * Must be admitted to the Virginia bar or eligible for admission as a Virginia Corporate Counsel Personal Traits and Attributes: * Highly organized with excellent attention to detail and ability to multi-task * Demonstrated aptitude to quickly absorb and apply new information and function as a trusted legal advisor who provides effective and practical advice * Self-motivated team player with the ability to drive projects, identify and resolve issues and earn the confidence and cooperation of business leaders and legal colleagues * Receptive to collaboration on work product and guidance from more senior attorneys This position is based in Reston, Virginia.

The pay range for Director - Legal is $199,100 - $269,300.

The pay range for Sr Director and Senior Corporate Counsel is $228,900 - $309,700.

The anticipated annual base salary range for this position is noted above for each title, however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience.

Verisign offers a discretionary bonus which is based on individual and company performance, and certain roles may be eligible for discretionary stock awards.