IP Licensing Counsel

Axiom

IP Licensing Counsel focusing on brand licensing and commercial transactions for leading consumer brands. Collaborating with various stakeholders on complex licensing and intellectual property matters across multiple sectors.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $104,500 - $325,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, particularly in brand licensing and intellectual property law, while effectively advising on risk management and business strategies. Strong ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and counsel stakeholders on legal issues related to branding and marketing.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Commercial Transactions LawIntellectual Property LawBrand Licensing AgreementsNegotiation SkillsStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Drafting AgreementsNegotiating ContractsTrademark LicensingCopyright LawRisk ManagementLicensing StrategyConsumer Products LawBrand ProtectionAdvertising LawCommercial Contracts

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsCollaborationProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD)Active License to Practice Law

Industry Keywords

Consumer BrandsEntertainment CompaniesSports OrganizationsInfluencersCelebritiesCo-Branding AgreementsSponsorship AgreementsMerchandise LicensingPromotional LicensingLegal Risk Assessment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including brand licensing agreements, trademark licensing agreements, collaboration and co-branding agreements, sponsorship and endorsement agreements, merchandise and promotional licensing agreements, distribution and commercial contracts
Advise business teams on licensing strategy, intellectual property protection, and risk management
Support partnerships involving major consumer brands, entertainment companies, sports organizations, athletes, influencers, and celebrities
Counsel stakeholders on trademark, copyright, branding, marketing, and advertising issues related to licensed products and campaigns
Partner closely with marketing, merchandising, product development, legal, and executive teams to facilitate strategic business initiatives
Identify legal and commercial risks while providing practical, business-oriented solutions
Monitor developments in intellectual property, licensing, advertising, and consumer products law

Requirements

What you’ll need

6–15+ years of experience practicing commercial transactions, intellectual property, or licensing law
Significant experience drafting and negotiating brand licensing and commercial agreements
Experience supporting partnerships involving major consumer brands, entertainment companies, sports organizations, athletes, celebrities, or influencers
Strong understanding of trademark licensing, brand protection, and intellectual property rights
Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to balance legal risk with practical business objectives in a fast-paced environment
Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active license to practice law

Benefits

Comp & perks

health, dental, and vision insurance
paid holidays and PTO
flexible work arrangements
professional development opportunities and tools