The worldwide pioneer in the creation of interactive entertainment, Nintendo Co., Ltd., of Kyoto, Japan, manufactures and markets hardware and software for its Nintendo Switch™ system and the Nintendo 3DS™ family of portable systems. Since 1983, when it launched the Nintendo Entertainment System™, Nintendo has sold billions of video games and hundreds of millions of hardware units globally, including Nintendo Switch and the Nintendo 3DS family of systems, as well as the Game Boy™, Game Boy Advance, Nintendo DS™ family of systems, Super NES™, Nintendo 64™, Nintendo GameCube™, Wii™, and Wii U™ systems. It has also created industry icons that have become well-known, household names, such as Mario, Donkey Kong, Metroid, Zelda and Pokémon. A wholly owned subsidiary, Nintendo of America Inc., based in Redmond, Wash., serves as headquarters for Nintendo’s operations in the Americas.
Nintendo is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our products, the diverse consumers we represent, and the communities we call home. We do all of this with kindness, empathy and respect for each other
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
Manages legal matters for Business Transactions Group (BTG)
Performs diverse and complex legal tasks within and between specialty areas
Manages the negotiation, preparation, and administration of complex company-wide contracts, including services agreements, IP and technology licenses, and software development and distribution agreements
Communicates with and directs outside contacts, including outside counsel, with respect to regulatory compliance, intellectual property and/or contract matters
Assigns, monitors, and reviews the work of assigned staff
Assists with budget development
Reviews company activities and policies for legal compliance and adherence to domestic and foreign governmental policies and regulations
Provides legal advice to and responds to various inquiries from company departments, subsidiaries and affiliates
Conducts in-house training seminars
Maintains knowledge of current legal issues
Up to 10% travel
SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS
Five+ years of experience as a practicing transactional lawyer (significant law firm experience preferred, but relevant in-house experience acceptable)
Strong understanding of intellectual property and contracts law
Working knowledge of a variety of legal areas including commercial law, tort, and, litigation
Extensive document drafting and negotiation experience, including inbound and outbound IP licenses of various types and other commercial agreements
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with fluctuating priorities and deadlines
Familiarity and experience with M&A, open source software, and consumer-facing terms helpful, but not required
Strong knowledge of video game industry and Nintendo products helpful, but not required
Law degree
Membership in the at least one State Bar Association (preferred)
This position includes a base salary range of $155,573 - $233,359 annually, potential for a semi-annual discretionary performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.