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Technology Transactions Attorney with 3-5 years of IP experience

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Palo Alto office of our client seeks technology transactions attorney with 3-5 years of IP experience. The ideal candidate must have experience analyzing, drafting and counseling clients on a variety of technology/IP transactions, such as those involving the assignment, licensing, and development of technology/IP, distribution of products, and provision of services. Technical background or work experience relevant to pharmaceuticals, biotech, medical devices, software or semiconductors is preferred. Mergers and acquisitions experience is preferred. This multinational law firm traces its beginning to the early 1980s and now has more than 2000 lawyers as a part of its team. With offices worldwide, this firm has been ranked highly in the BTI Consulting Group?s 2014 ?Client Service A-Team? ranking. They specialize in the transactional, litigation, regulatory and tax matters. This unique global legal institution is based on true partnership. They have a work culture based on principles that have a social purpose and permanence.

Director, SOX and Internal Audit

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SSL is a leading provider of commercial satellites and spacecraft systems, with broad expertise to support satellite operators and innovative space related missions. u0026nbsp;The company designs and manufactures spacecraft for services such as direct-to-home television, video content distribution, broadband internet, mobile communications, and Earth observation. u0026nbsp;Based in the heart of the Silicon Valley, SSL’s advanced product line also includes state-of-the art small satellites, and sophisticated robotics and automation solutions for remote operations. u0026nbsp;A career with SSL could shape your future in ways that you’ve never imagined. u0026nbsp;

Due to the nature of our business, SSL has export control and security sensitivities that require all of our employees to be a United States Citizen, Permanent Resident of the United States, an Asylee, or a Refugee. SSL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Internal Audit (IA) organization is responsible for delivering high quality objective and independent assurance over the Company’s key business risks to the Audit Committee and Management in a cost effective way and consistent with Professional Standards. Reflecting the Company’s core value of continuous improvement, the function is in the process of moving toward wider coverage of operational risks, exploring more efficient audit approaches and industry best practices where appropriate.

The Director of SOX & IA will have specific responsibility for executing the SOX testing plan within the IA function in accordance with professional best practices, and will assist the VP of IA and the leadership team in driving function-wide transformation programs and the strategic direction for the team. This person will stay closely aligned with Finance and the SOX PMO management in order to understand and add value to our business.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES / DUTIES:

* Lead & execute the SOX audit plans, based on thorough understanding of our business and risk exposures and incorporating an integrated approach with Operational audit
* Contribute to the overall risk assessment performed for SOX considerations
* Assist in execution of core Financial and Operations Internal Audits when not working on SOX.
* Deliver high quality, efficient and timely audit work in accordance with the Internal Audit charter, IIA standards and professional best practices
* Add value to the business through great communication and alignment with Finance management
* Work closely with the business & SOX teams on scoping, planning and execution of work
* Work with external auditors and help IA leadership manage expectations
* Assist with driving efficiencies in our approach to “do more with less”
* Assist on the creation of actions to remediate deficiencies and risk mitigation plan with stakeholders
* Assist with driving department transformation programs which may include implementing risk based auditing approaches, streamlining processes and documentation, improving indicators & performance metrics, developing audit training & development, enhancing stakeholder & Audit Committee reporting and department budgeting processes.
* Drive the professional development, including benchmarking, training, certification and engagement, like in IIA forums
* Will report to the VP of IA.

Requirements

* 10+ years of SOX and Internal Audit experience
* Exposure to internal audit in an international manufacturing environment (any A&D experience would be a bonus)
* Deep understanding of SOX internal controls framework and certifications process
* Having the CIA (or CA/CPA) certification would be a bonus
* Effective communicator, relationship builder and a manager of expectations
* Good knowledge of IIA audit best practices and emerging trends

Location: Westminster CO or Palo Alto CA

Corporate Attorney with 3-5 years of mergers and acquisitions experience

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Palo Alto office of our client seeks corporate attorney with 3-5 years of experience. The candidate should preferably have public and private companies experience. Must have experience representing high-growth businesses in connection with financings, mergers and acquisitions and general corporate matters. “This dynamic firm specializes in providing a full range of services to emerging companies and financial institutions. The business department is exceptionally strong and handles financing and securities, mergers and acquisitions; venture and corporate fund formation; and other securities issues. The litigation department is nationally recognized and provides services to the firms clients in areas including business contract and commercial disputes, bankruptcy and creditors’ rights, antitrust and trade regulation, and securities and corporate governance, environmental, and white-collar criminal defense. The firm expanded rapidly in the decade of the 90s and now ranks among the elite law firms in the nation. The firm boasts a competitive compensation package, an excellent training program and a cooperative, albeit intense, atmosphere. “

Palo Alto Perm LR

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JOB REQUISITION
Palo Alto Perm LR

LOCATION
CA PALO ALTO

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Summary

As Recruiting Manager, your responsibilities will include:
* Business development: Develop and grow your own client base by marketing our legal staffing services for full time placement solutions using your proven legal and/or recruiting background. Market to law firms and corporate legal clients via telephone as well as conduct in-person meetings with C-level executives and key decision makers. Recruiting Manager will participate in local legal associations and networking events to solidify Robert Half Legals presence in the local business community.
* Candidate recruitment and retention: Source, evaluate, and review potential legal candidates utilizing cold calls, job boards, social networking and internal database etc. Interview prospective legal candidates via phone/in person to assess skill set, work history, and salary requirements. Recruiter will also be responsible for developing and maintaining a strong pipeline of qualified legal talent to submit to current and future client base.
* Placement activities: Select well-matched candidates to fulfill client job orders and maintain on-going contact with client companies and legal professionals currently on assignment to ensure both receive exceptional customer service. Resolve any customer service issues quickly and efficiently to maintain the highest level of customer satisfaction.
* Leads: Generate leads and market intelligence to enhance our new client development efforts. Maintain relationships with candidates to gain industry knowledge and obtain referrals and new business opportunities.
* Meet and exceed weekly business development goals.

Qualifications:
* Bachelors degree required. Paralegal degree/certification or law degree preferred.
* 2+ years of business to business development experience and/or working in a legal related field is preferred.
* Must have a strong desire to build a career in sales by using proven closing skills and the ability to build client relationships.
* A combination of business development and account management skills are required.
* Ability to multi-task and persevere in a fast paced dynamic environment, while maintaining a sense of urgency.
* Must have a proven track record of success and be a competitive, and self-motivated individual.

If you have a background in the legal and/or recruiting industries, contact us today to explore an exciting new career opportunity with exceptional earning potential!

Top Reasons to Work for Robert Half:

* EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITIES WITH THE INDUSTRY LEADER Our more than 65-year history of success and strong client relationships provide a level of stability few companies can match.
* PERFORMANCE = REWARD We offer exceptional earning potential and a competitive benefits package, including a base salary and monthly performance-based bonuses, paid time off as well as group health, life and disability insurance, and a 401(k) or deferred compensation plan. ·
* UPWARD MOBILITY With more than 330 locations worldwide, we provide excellent career advancement potential, both locally and beyond.
* TOOLS FOR SUCCESS We provide world-class training, client relationship management tools and advanced technology to help you succeed.
* RESPECTED WORLDWIDE Robert Half once again was named first in our industry on
Fortune® magazines list of World’s Most Admired Companies. (March 1, 2017)

You may submit your application materials online or call 1.888.400.7474 for additional ways to apply.
Robert Half International Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Vet

JOB LOCATION
CA PALO ALTO

Program Financial Analyst

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SSL is a leading provider of commercial satellites and spacecraft systems, with broad expertise to support satellite operators and innovative space related missions. u0026nbsp;The company designs and manufactures spacecraft for services such as direct-to-home television, video content distribution, broadband internet, mobile communications, and Earth observation. u0026nbsp;Based in the heart of the Silicon Valley, SSL’s advanced product line also includes state-of-the art small satellites, and sophisticated robotics and automation solutions for remote operations. u0026nbsp;A career with SSL could shape your future in ways that you’ve never imagined. u0026nbsp;

Due to the nature of our business, SSL has export control and security sensitivities that require all of our employees to be a United States Citizen, Permanent Resident of the United States, an Asylee, or a Refugee. SSL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

-Implement project budgets and input work authorizing documents into financial systems in accordance with the approved budget plan.
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-Provide cost control function by ensuring charges are appropriate, consistent with budget, accurate and within funding limitations.
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-Investigate actual costs and provide details to cost account managers/program manager in an organized manner that relates to the budget baseline. (Includes subcontract payments, inventory consumption, journals, labor charges and other as necessary)
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-Evaluate and approve purchase requisitions consistent with the budget and applicable sales tax codes.
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-Perform analysis of cost trends (rate fluctuations, manpower utilization, material use, travel and miscellaneous expense items) in order to project cost to completion.
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-Assist in development of cost element detail for projects/indirect budgets and preparation of work authorization budgets.
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-Establish and maintain an appropriate work breakdown strucuture to assist in effecicient program execution
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-Utilize/develop computer applications and models for analysis and forecasting. (Include MS Excel/Anaplan.
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-Perform analysis to determine present and future financial performance.
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-Gather, analyze, prepare and summarize calendarized cost estimates for functional organizations’ program budgets.
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-Investigate, analyze and summarize comparative cost history information from the financial system and MRP tool.
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-Prepare, coordinate, summarize, and analyze manpower forecasts.
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-Assist in cash flow management on a project by prject basis

Requirements
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-Proficient in using MSWord, and PowerPoint.
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-Excellent communication skills to work effectively within team environment.
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-Advanced MS excel functionality
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-Plus: Exposure to Anaplan
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HR Coordinator

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SSL is a leading provider of commercial satellites and spacecraft systems, with broad expertise to support satellite operators and innovative space related missions. u0026nbsp;The company designs and manufactures spacecraft for services such as direct-to-home television, video content distribution, broadband internet, mobile communications, and Earth observation. u0026nbsp;Based in the heart of the Silicon Valley, SSL’s advanced product line also includes state-of-the art small satellites, and sophisticated robotics and automation solutions for remote operations. u0026nbsp;A career with SSL could shape your future in ways that you’ve never imagined. u0026nbsp;

Due to the nature of our business, SSL has export control and security sensitivities that require all of our employees to be a United States Citizen, Permanent Resident of the United States, an Asylee, or a Refugee. SSL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The HR Coordinator role has a wide range of responsibilities inclusive of the following:

Staffing Support:

Schedule interviews and coordinate travel arrangement as needed Initiate and administer relocation through third party vendor

— Point of Contact Process equity, relocation assistance, and sign on bonuses with payroll Support the Intern program by assisting in setting up events, new hire and exit process

Manage employee referral program by monitoring date and payroll processing

Process and manage bills for relocation assistance, hotel accommodations & rental cars for staffing

Process check request for miscellaneous charges for HR sponsored events

On-Boarding:

Conduct New Hire Orientation & help new employees integrate into company Have basic understanding of Benefits, Security, Export Compliance, and Internal Auditing processes

— New Hire Orientation Purposes Collect and manage New Hire paperwork,

Complete E-Verify and I-9 filing Initiate and manage new hire activities within HR Vantage

HR Operations:

Have in-depth knowledge of HR processes and procedures.

Have the ability to respond, act as a point of contact and ability to direct employee Process terminations, coordinate final pay with Payroll, conduct exit interviews and have the ability to analyze employee exit responses to HRBP and management

Manage Tuition Reimbursement & Charitable Contribution program Schedule & support Recognition Awards program by managing inventory and helping set up for HR related events

Meet with government investigators to review employee files

Assist with presentations and meeting room logistics Gather and create staffing, attrition, and employee metrics when needed Order office supplies

Process unemployment claims using Equifax

Provide Employment Verifications both written and verbal

Manage and report employee service anniversaries

Learning & Development:

Provide administrative assistance to the Learning & Development department Help set up trainings, order materials, work with L&D director in announcements of training

Requirements

BA/BS degree — Business Administration or like major field of study. Human Resources concentration is ideal.

– Knowledable of HR Systems

– Excellent MS Excel skills

– HR Vantage experience isa plus

– Proactive, resourceful, motivated

– Has the initiative and can do tasks outside his/her responsibilities

– Needs to be accurate and organized

Human Resources Business Partner

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SSL is a leading provider of commercial satellites and spacecraft systems, with broad expertise to support satellite operators and innovative space related missions. u0026nbsp;The company designs and manufactures spacecraft for services such as direct-to-home television, video content distribution, broadband internet, mobile communications, and Earth observation. u0026nbsp;Based in the heart of the Silicon Valley, SSL’s advanced product line also includes state-of-the art small satellites, and sophisticated robotics and automation solutions for remote operations. u0026nbsp;A career with SSL could shape your future in ways that you’ve never imagined. u0026nbsp;

Due to the nature of our business, SSL has export control and security sensitivities that require all of our employees to be a United States Citizen, Permanent Resident of the United States, an Asylee, or a Refugee. SSL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

* The ability to understand business goals and recommend new HR approaches, policies that will result in continual improvements and business results
* A true hands-on approach as well as the ability to successfully monitor the “pulse” of the employees to ensure a high level of employee engagement
* Experience supporting an organization experiencing rapid and complex change with effective change management
* Experience Coaching and mentoring of front line managers

* The ability to develop and facilitate training and development efforts that are focused on specific business results
* Comfortable with enhancing org effectiveness by facilitating team effectiveness and new leader assimilation sessions
Knowledge of strategic workforce planning approaches to meet the demands of a changing business
* Successful track record of driving effective development, employee relations, retention and reward programs
* Being an enthusiastic team player with a strong drive to create a positive work environment
* The ability to be comfortable with high volume workload and not be afraid to “roll up your sleeves”
* The ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously – orientated on results
* Bias for action, strong work ethic, and desire to achieve excellence
* Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills

Requirements
* Bachelor’s Degree required
* 7 + years human resource business partner experience
* HR Experience supporting both engineering and operations client groups