Manage global commercial contracts and revenue-based transaction matters for product alliances and technology partnerships.
Structure, draft, and negotiate strategic partnership agreements, OEM agreements, technology licensing (inbound/outbound), joint development agreements, and complex commercial arrangements.
Provide proactive legal advice to Product, Engineering, and Growth & Monetization teams on legal risks and opportunities.
Identify and mitigate legal risks related to IP, data privacy, security, regulatory compliance, and indemnification.
Collaborate with Product Counsel, Commercial Counsel, Privacy, Security, Finance, and other teams for alignment and consistency.
Advise on legal requirements for product launches involving third-party integrations or technologies.
Support agreement lifecycle: structuring, negotiation, amendment, termination, and ongoing compliance advice.
Develop form agreements, playbooks, and internal training materials; monitor legal/regulatory developments impacting technology partnerships.
Use project management and prioritization skills to manage multiple work streams in a fast-paced environment.
Requirements
JD degree with 8+ years of demonstrated experience in complex technology transactions, including product alliances, strategic partnerships, OEM, and technology licensing agreements, gained at a reputable law firm plus at least 4 years in-house at a technology company.
Proven track record of success independently leading and closing sophisticated, high-value alliance deals.
Deep understanding of intellectual property law related to technology licensing and product development.
Proficiency in data security and data privacy laws and regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA) in the context of data sharing and processing in partnerships.
Experience working closely with product, engineering, and business strategy teams on strategic initiatives.
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical business advice.
Independent, proactive, business-oriented, with excellent judgment and strong work ethic.
Ability to thrive in a high-volume, dynamic, and revenue-driven environment.