Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of complex commercial agreements, including technology license agreements, SaaS agreements, non-disclosure agreements, proof-of-concept agreements, MOUs, and vendor agreements.
Provide legal support for innovation ecosystem initiatives, strategic partnerships, investment activities, industry collaborations, and accelerator programs.
Advise business stakeholders on intellectual property rights, risk mitigation, and commercial legal matters related to emerging technologies and new business initiatives.
Support technology-related transactions and coordinate with outside counsel as needed.
Collaborate cross-functionally with legal, business, R&D, and operational teams in a matrixed global organization.
Provide general corporate and commercial legal support related to innovation and business development activities.
Requirements
5-9 years of relevant legal experience, preferably including both law firm and in-house experience.
Significant experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial technology agreements.
Experience negotiating intellectual property rights and advising on IP-related commercial matters.
Strong ability to work across multiple stakeholders and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Business-oriented mindset with the ability to creatively support commercial goals while minimizing legal risk.
JD degree and licensed to practice law in an applicable jurisdiction.
Preferred Skills:
Experience supporting technology companies, innovation centers, venture investments, accelerator programs, or emerging business initiatives.
Experience supporting R&D or product development teams is a plus.
Benefits
About Axiom:Learn more about life at Axiom .Axiom is the global leader in high-caliber, on-demand legal talent. Covering North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC, we enable legal departments to drive efficiency and growth and meet the demands of today's business landscape with best in class alterative legal services.Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Axiom will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who require accommodations to participate in each stage of the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact benefits@axiomlaw.com.Axiom respects your privacy. For an explanation of the kind of information we collect about you and how it is used, our full data privacy notice is available hereHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePaid time off
Additional Information
Join Our Team as a Technology Transactions Counsel at Axiom
Location: Lincolnshire, IL (Fully On-Site)
We are seeking a Technology Transactions Counsel to support the technology, research, and development operations of a global consumer electronics company and its North American innovation and R&D teams. This role will primarily support innovation initiatives, including start-up accelerator, investment, strategic partnership, and emerging business programs.
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