Assistant General Counsel, Litigation (Remote) - Military veterans preferred

2024-10-30
CrowdStrike, Inc.
Other

/yr

  employee   contract


Sunnyvale
California
94086
United States

CrowdStrike, Inc.

Full time

R20795

About the Role:

We are looking for an experienced and passionate attorney to join our legal team, reporting to the VP Legal - Litigation, Dispute Resolution & Insurance. This role will join a dynamic group of in-house legal professionals in a highly collaborative environment that partners with leaders throughout the organization to advance CrowdStrike’s interests.


In this role you will perform a broad range of litigation-related legal work while specializing in complex litigation. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional analytical skills, a strategic mindset, and the ability to effectively communicate complex legal issues to senior business leaders. This individual will play a critical role in risk analysis, risk mitigation, dispute strategy and resolution, and will be a strong advocate for CrowdStrike.


What You’ll Do:
  • Manage all aspects of litigation, including commercial, securities and class action litigation.

  • Partner with internal stakeholders across departments, including finance, compliance, engineering and many others to provide strategic litigation advice and risk management.

  • Collaborate with and manage outside counsel on litigation strategy, from initial case assessments through resolution, including discovery, motions, and trials.

  • Represent CrowdStrike externally at depositions and attend hearings and meetings on behalf of CrowdStrike.

  • Advise on and manage pre-litigation disputes, including contract and business-related conflicts, while working proactively to mitigate potential litigation risks.

  • Conduct internal investigations related to corporate governance, securities issues, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

  • Assist internal stakeholders and work with outside counsel in matters relating to government inquiries. .

  • Report to senior leadership on key litigation developments and risk management strategies.

  • Manage outside counsel effectively to ensure high-quality legal services and cost management, including budget management, forecasting and accruals.

  • Stay updated on litigation trends and emerging risks relevant to CrowdStrike.


  • What You’ll Need:
  • 15+ years of relevant legal experience.

  • Broad experience and a proven track record of managing and resolving complex litigation.

  • Strong business acumen and the ability to balance legal risks with business goals.

  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

  • A collaborative mindset and a team-oriented attitude.

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school; active membership in good standing with a state bar.


  • Bonus Points:
  • Experience in the cybersecurity industry.

  • Experience managing internal legal teams.

  • Experience with securities and derivative litigation.

  • Experience with class action litigation.


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    CrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. Our approach to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is rooted in listening, learning and collective action. By embracing the diversity of our people, we achieve our best work and fuel innovation - generating the best possible outcomes for our customers and the communities they serve.

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you need assistance accessing or reviewing the information on this website or need help submitting an application for employment or requesting an accommodation, please contact us at recruiting@crowdstrike.com for further assistance.

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