Company Description

Arista Networks is a global leader in cloud networking solutions, recognized for pioneering software-driven, data-centric approaches to high-performance networking. Our award-winning platforms are deployed in mission-critical environments across hyperscale data centers, financial institutions, healthcare providers, and enterprise campuses.

With a culture built on innovation, collaboration, and trust, Arista has grown rapidly to become a trusted partner to many of the world’s most sophisticated organizations. As we continue to expand in Europe, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Commercial Counsel to join our legal team and play a key role in supporting our growth across the EU.

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Who You'll Work With

The Senior Commercial Counsel will serve as a trusted legal partner to Arista’s business teams throughout Europe and globally, providing expert guidance on a broad spectrum of legal and compliance issues. This role requires a commercially minded lawyer with deep experience in structuring and negotiating complex agreements, serving as trusted advisor to business leaders on legal matters, and partnering with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, international environment.

The successful candidate will bring strong legal expertise, sound judgment, and a pragmatic approach to balancing legal risks with business objectives. This is a high-impact role with visibility across senior leadership, offering the opportunity to shape and influence the legal framework that supports Arista’s continued European and global expansion.

What You'll Do

Commercial Transactions
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of commercial agreements, including customer sales contracts, channel partner agreements, procurement agreements, technology licensing arrangements, and professional services engagements.
- Provide business-oriented legal advice to sales, finance, operations, and product teams throughout contract lifecycles.
Regulatory and Compliance
- Partner with Arista’s compliance and other legal teams to advise on EU and member-state regulatory requirements affecting Arista’s operations.
- Support compliance initiatives including GDPR, export controls, and anti-bribery/anti-corruption programs.
Risk Management & Dispute Resolution
- Identify, assess, and communicate legal risks while proposing practical solutions to business stakeholders.
- Manage and coordinate external counsel in disputes, regulatory inquiries, or specialized subject matters.
Cross-Functional Leadership
- Collaborate with senior executives and business leaders across the company, acting as a strategic partner to drive growth while protecting Arista’s legal and ethical standards.
- Contribute to the development of internal processes, templates, and training programs to enhance efficiency and compliance awareness.

Qualifications

Law degree and qualification to practice law in at least one EU jurisdiction.
10+ years of legal experience, including a combination of training at a reputable international law firm and in-house counsel experience with a multinational corporation.
Fluency in English
Strong track record advising on commercial transactions, international contracting, and cross-border legal issues.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to distill complex legal issues into clear, practical advice for business audiences.
Proven ability to work collaboratively across multiple jurisdictions and functions.

Preferred Qualifications

Fluency in German (both written and spoken), and experience in negotiating
Experience in negotiating agreements under German law with service providers, government entities, and/or large enterprise customers.
Industry background in technology, telecommunications, or other innovation-driven sectors.
Strong experience with intellectual property issues in commercial contracts.

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