Nintendo of America Inc.
About Nintendo of America: From the launch of the Nintendo Entertainment System™ more than 30 years ago, Nintendo’s mission has been to create smiles through unique entertainment experiences. Here at Nintendo of America Inc., we deliver on this mission by partnering closely with Nintendo Co., Ltd., to bring Nintendo’s iconic and cherished franchises including Mario™, Donkey Kong™, The Legend of Zelda™, Metroid™, Animal Crossing™, Pikmin™ and Splatoon™ across the Americas through our video games, hardware systems, and collaborations with partners on a range of other entertainment initiatives like feature films and theme parks.
Based in Redmond, Wash., Nintendo of America serves as headquarters for Nintendo’s operations in the Americas. We are an equal opportunity employer offering a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our products, and the diverse consumers and communities we call home. For more information about Nintendo, please visit the company’s website at .
- Provides consultation into the negotiation, preparation, and administration of complex company-wide contracts, including services agreements, SaaS, and software license agreements.
- Communicates with and directs outside contacts, including outside counsel, with respect to regulatory compliance, intellectual property and/or contract matters.
- May assign, monitor, 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.
- Five (5) years of experience as a practicing lawyer (private, public or corporate).
- Strong understanding of intellectual property and contracts law.
- Working knowledge of a variety of legal areas including commercial law and litigation.
- Extensive document drafting and negotiation experience, including technology agreements 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 open source software helpful, but not required.
- Strong knowledge of video game industry and Nintendo products helpful, but not required.
- Requires specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise in own job family or field.
- Law degree.
- Membership in the Washington State Bar Association, or other comparable state qualification.
