[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Cadence Design jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cadence-design/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Cadence Design · San Jose # Group Director & Lead Counsel (Strategic Transactions) San Jose Director $198,800 to $369,200 Legal & Compliance Listed on Cadence Design’s official careers site. Posted October 8, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Cadence Design’s careers site →](https://cadence.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External_Careers/job/SAN-JOSE/Group-Director---Lead-Counsel--Strategic-Transactions-_R55791) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Cadence Design](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cadence-design/) / Group Director & Lead Counsel (Strategic Transactions) ## Job description At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology. ### Position Overview We are seeking an experienced strategic transactions attorney to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of partnering with senior business leaders on mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and strategic investments and significant big law and in-house experience. ### Key Responsibilities Transactional Leadership: Lead and manage M&A transactions and strategic investments from inception to completion, including NDAs, due diligence, negotiation, definitive documentation and integration processes as applicable. ### Strategic Advice Provide strategic advice and support to senior management on potential strategic transactions and other corporate development activities. ### Due Diligence Oversee and conduct comprehensive due diligence on potential targets, identifying risks and opportunities and advising on appropriate mitigation strategies. ### Negotiation Negotiate complex transaction documents, including purchase agreements, merger agreements, LP agreements, side letters and other ancillary agreements, ensuring alignment with business objectives and legal requirements. ### M&A Integration Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless integration of acquired entities, including addressing legal, regulatory and compliance issues. ### Investment Lifecycle Management Manage post-investment activities, including capital calls, distributions, shareholder actions and exits. ### Regulatory Matters Ensure all strategic transaction activities comply with relevant laws, regulations and company policies, and manage interactions with regulatory bodies as necessary. ### General Corporate Matters Assist on general corporate matters as needed. ### External Counsel Management Manage relationships with external counsel, ensuring effective collaboration and cost-efficient delivery of legal services. ### Program Management Contribute to development, implementation and improvement of playbooks, processes and training programs. ### Qualifications Education: Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school. ### Experience Minimum of 6 years of experience in M&A, with a combination of internationally recognized law firm experience and in-house experience (ideally within the technology sector) and proven track record of successfully handling complex transactions from inception to completion. ### Expertise Deep knowledge of M&A and investments transactions, corporate law and relevant industry practices. Proficiency in securities regulation a plus. ### Skills Exceptional negotiation, drafting, communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders. ### Analytical Ability Strong analytical, issue spotting and problem-solving skills, with a keen ability to think critically and strategically. ### Integrity High degree of integrity and ability to instill trust. ### Team Player Hands on, roll-up-the-sleeves mindset and ability to work as part of collaborative and cross-functional teams. ### Adaptability Capacity to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines effectively. ### Licensure Admission to at least one state bar in good standing. The annual salary range for California is $198,800 to $369,200. You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus, equity, and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location. Our benefits programs include: paid vacation and paid holidays, 401(k) plan with employer match, employee stock purchase plan, a variety of medical, dental and vision plan options, and more. We’re doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can’t. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 8, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 10 days - Location: San Jose - Pay: $198,800 to $369,200[Apply on Cadence Design’s careers site →](https://cadence.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External_Careers/job/SAN-JOSE/Group-Director---Lead-Counsel--Strategic-Transactions-_R55791) ## More jobs at Cadence Design ### [AI Security Architect](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cadence-design/jobs/2d13b381091e5b2196b6/) San Jose ### [ATE Test Engineering Architect](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cadence-design/jobs/9e10fb091249050ec22d/) San Jose ### [Account Director](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cadence-design/jobs/378684646d9cf5688e10/) San Jose ### [Administrative Assistant](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cadence-design/jobs/95423b76af0e76cceaf8/) San Jose ### [Applied ML Director (Technical Team Lead)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cadence-design/jobs/666fb71182a98451ccc5/) San Jose ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Strategic Growth Init Counsel](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/accenture/jobs/240a57903bce81961002/) Accenture ### [Chase Travel Group Legal - Counsel](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jpmorganchase/jobs/0fe6c9d58171e6310377/) JPMorganChase · Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina ### [Investment Banking - EMEA Strategic Investors Group (SIG) – Analyst / Associate – London](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jpmorganchase/jobs/73cd7676d31b41bbcf23/) JPMorganChase · LONDON, United Kingdom ### [strategic planning director marketing communication](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/richemont/jobs/67dc707cac4b16457cbe/) Richemont ### [Associate Director, Strategic Distribution](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aegon/jobs/7576b894c970f66c6a2f/) Aegon · Singapore TLB, Singapore OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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