Corporate Counsel

Location: San Jose, Camarillo, San Diego, Irvine, California or Richmond, British Colombia, Ottawa or Burlington, Ontario

Job Summary:

As a Corporate Counsel, you will play a key role in supporting Semtech’s global business operations by providing legal counsel on corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), commercial contracts, securities, and compliance matters. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business development, finance, and operations, to ensure the company navigates complex legal challenges and opportunities in the semiconductor industry. The ideal candidate will have a background in corporate law, M&A, securities regulations, and business transactions, preferably with experience in the technology or semiconductor sectors.

Responsibilities:

• Securities and Public Company Matters:
  • Assist with SEC filings, including 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, and other regulatory filings required for a publicly traded company.
  • Advise on securities law compliance, including insider trading policies, executive compensation, and shareholder proposals.
  • Support the preparation of earnings releases, investor relations materials, and other public disclosures.
• Commercial Contracts and Transactions:
  • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including master supply agreements, sales/distribution/reseller agreements, NDAs, vendor agreements and professional services agreements .
  • Support business teams in negotiating terms and conditions with suppliers, customers, and partners.
  • Ensure that contracts comply with applicable laws, company policies, and business objectives.
• Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A):
  • Provide legal support for M&A transactions, including due diligence, contract negotiations, and structuring of deals.
  • Draft and review merger, acquisition, joint venture, and other strategic partnership agreements.
  • Coordinate with internal teams and external legal counsel to ensure smooth transaction processes and alignment with corporate strategy.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  • Partner with cross-functional teams, including business development, finance, product, and operations, to ensure alignment of legal and business objectives.
  • Provide training on corporate governance, legal compliance, and other relevant topics for internal stakeholders.
  • Liaise with external law firms and service providers to support the company’s corporate legal matters.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the bar.
• Minimum of 3-7 years of experience in corporate law, with a focus on M&A, securities, commercial contracts, and corporate governance.
• Experience with semiconductor industry or technology sector transactions is preferred.
• Exposure to U.S. securities laws, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Dodd-Frank, and other regulations affecting public companies.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance principles, M&A transactions, and commercial contracts.
• Experience with SEC filings and compliance matters for publicly traded companies.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, often under tight deadlines.
• Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to provide practical, business-oriented legal advice.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to navigate complex legal and regulatory matters.
• Collaborative, proactive, and able to manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Self-motivated and adaptable, with a demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

The intent of this job description is to describe the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically included in this description.

All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace.

A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is US: $195,000 - $230,000, CAN: CAD 150,000-185,000.  There are several factors taken into consideration in determining base salary, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, skills, education and experience, as well as job location and the value of other elements of an employee’s total compensation package.