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Corporate Counsel CSO

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Autodesk

Corporate Counsel CSO

Portland, OR

Job Requisition ID #

25WD86723

Position Overview:

Autodesk is hiring a Corporate Counsel for our Customer Success Organization (CSO.) This is an incredible opportunity for a commercial attorney to exhibit leadership skills in partnering with Autodesk's Enterprise Customer Success Organization (ECS), a global professional services team that thrives on innovation and has a passion for delivering outcomes. The role will be responsible for providing hands-on, proactive and practical legal advice on a wide range of strategic initiatives, from inception to execution. The right candidate will take on the challenge of being the Legal Business Partner for a dispersed global team, and enjoy the challenge of dealing with multiple stakeholders, reconciling competing needs and managing through complexity to drive change in a responsible, ethical and efficient manner for the benefit of Autodesk customers worldwide.

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This position will report to our Director and Senior Corporate Counsel, and the role is hybrid, based out of our Portland, Denver, Vancouver, or Montreal offices.

Responsibilities & What You Need to Succeed:

  • You will be credible and confident, with strong leadership abilities
  • You will have strong drafting and negotiation skills across a wide range of commercial, IP, technology and professional services related engagements
  • You will have a customer centric mindset as a result of partnering with Sales, Product Support or Professional Services teams in a multi-national software company
  • You will be a creative problem solver, with a proven track record in the areas of commercial law, intellectual property, data security, AI, privacy, competition law and compliance (legal and regulatory)
  • You will be capable of succinctly framing complex legal issues when communicating with management (both written and verbal)
  • You will be familiar with the power of data and know how to balance business benefits against legal risks
  • You will be collaborative, and able to work in a highly matrixed environment, involving subject-matter experts as needed, while still driving decisions and outcomes
  • You will be excited about the opportunity to work on global projects, with teams from all parts of CSO, anywhere in the world
  • You will be an authentic person, ready to bring your whole self to Autodesk, and to establish positive, respectful relationships throughout the organization
  • You will be curious about technology, and energized by its potential to help transform the world

Qualifications:

  • 8+ years of experience as an Attorney; in-house experience at a technology company with global reach or related experience at a law firm
  • Exceptional judgment and creativity, with the ability to think strategically and give practical advice appropriately weighing legal and business objectives
  • Law Degree from a recognized University, with good academic credentials, and active Bar membership
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to be flexible and self-directed in a fast-paced environment with limited direction
  • A customer centric mindset and the ability to simply and concisely draft and communicate about complex issues.
  • Exposure to contract management systems and processes
  • Experience in privacy, AI and data security issues and compliance (CIPP certification a plus)
  • Sound legal and business judgment and strong analytical skills
  • Ability to handle change and ambiguity
  • Able to travel as needed, approximately 2-4 times per year

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About Autodesk

Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software - from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.

We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk - our Culture Code is at the core of everything we do. Our values and ways of working help our people thrive and realize their potential, which leads to even better outcomes for our customers.

When you're an Autodesker, you can be your whole, authentic self and do meaningful work that helps build a better future for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!

Salary transparency

Salary is one part of Autodesk's competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $147,500 and $238,590. Offers are based on the candidate's experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, we also have a significant emphasis on annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Salary is one part of Autodesk's competitive compensation package. For Canada-BC based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $0 and $0. Offers are based on the candidate's experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, we also have a significant emphasis on annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Autodesk, we're building a diverse workplace and an inclusive culture to give more people the chance to imagine, design, and make a better world. Autodesk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. We also consider for employment all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

Diversity & Belonging

We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging and an equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/diversity-and-belonging

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Client-provided location(s): Portland, OR, USA; Denver, CO, USA; British Columbia, Canada
Job ID: autodesk-25WD86723
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • FSA
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Work-From-Home Stipend
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Some Meals Provided
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Pet-friendly Office
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Company Outings
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Leave of Absence
    • Paid Vacation
    • Sabbatical
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Company Equity
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
  • Professional Development

    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Promote From Within
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Mentor Program
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Professional Coaching
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led
    • Black founded/led
    • BIPOC founded/led
    • Latinx founded/led
    • Asian founded/led
    • LGBTQ+ founded/led
    • Veteran founded/led