Counsel, Legal Business Partner

About Analog DevicesAnalog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at and on LinkedIn and X.ADI is seeking an experienced lawyer to join our team of Legal & Risk Optimization Business Partners (LRO BP) as strategic legal advisor to a portfolio of designated business organizations and projects (“designated organizations”). This LRO BP role is based at ADI’s Corporate Headquarters in Wilmington, MA, reporting directly to ADI’s Regional General Counsel. This role has primary responsibility for all legal matters impacting their designated organizations. In supporting these organizations, in addition to the Regional General Counsel, the LRO BP will work in close partnership with ADI’s General Counsel, Head of Intellectual Property (IP) and other LRO experts and functions on all legal matters impacting these organizations. The LRO BP will partner closely with business leadership in the designated organizations to implement strategies, including LRO strategies, effectively and in a manner that supports and drives the designated organizations’ strategic and growth objectives. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: The LRO BP will have an in-depth understanding of the business, risks and opportunities of the designated organizations, and be capable of advising these organizations and their senior leadership regarding the same on a regular basis. The LRO BP will also have the depth and breadth of skills and experience needed to have primary responsibility over the following matters: Key Responsibilities: Serve as key business partner to the designated organizations to identify and mitigate legal risk and provide legal and regulatory advice on a broad range of issues affecting the designated organizations including: strategic contracts, corporate transactions, Physical Intelligence and enterprise AI projects, intellectual property, licensing, research projects, commercial and procurement, employment matters, compliance with policies, among others Serve as an accountable, strategic business partner to the leadership of the designated organizations, providing actionable advice that can be swiftly incorporated into risk-based, strategic decisions Support contract negotiations with key customers and partners with particular focus on semiconductor and system hardware, software, AI, and data Perform special projects and support continuous improvement of LRO department standard work, knowledge management, and processes as related to the designated organizations Provide timely and accurate interpretations of the various laws and regulations affecting the company’s business to leadership and operating personnel of the designated organizations Keep the Regional General Counsel apprised of the designated organizations’ strategy and related activities, as well as ongoing and emerging legal, regulatory and risk topics impacting these organizations Craft and review legal strategy in response to any litigation impacting these organizations, in partnership with the Regional General Counsel and ADI’s Head of Dispute Resolution Qualifications:Juris Doctor and license to practice of law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction 7+ years' experience, ideally with a mix of in-house and “top tier” law firm work Curiosity and skill in leveraging AI tools to improve legal practice efficiency and outcomes for the company. Fluency in how AI works will be a plus. Significant experience in intellectual property laws and evolving regulation of AI across jurisdictions, and in negotiating and supporting technology transactions required Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as with internal and external clients Experience working in a face-paced environment, with a history of advising in real-time in meetings, including to our executive leadership team, providing accurate guidance and pragmatic solutions Ability to lead special projects and coordinate with other attorneys and clients to accomplish ADI goals Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion) and planning skills Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, and reasoning) and executive presence Ability to travel, as needed, both in the US and internationally High degree of systems proficiency (including MS Office Suite, Outlook and Internet applications) For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.EEO is the Law: Notice of Applicant Rights Under the Law.Job Req Type: ExperiencedRequired Travel: Yes, 10% of the timeShift Type: 1st Shift/DaysThe expected wage range for a new hire into this position is $165,200 to $227,150.Actual wage offered may vary depending on work location, experience, education, training, external market data, internal pay equity, or other bona fide factors.This position qualifies for a discretionary performance-based bonus which is based on personal and company factors.This position includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401k, paid vacation, holidays, and sick time, and other benefits.SummaryLocation: US, MA, WilmingtonType: Full time