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Draft SaaS, Reseller, and Alliance Agreements; Support IP Diligence in M&A

Santa Monica, California Full time 3-6 years
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Position overview

Our client is seeking a junior associate with 3–6 years of experience to join a Santa Monica technology transactions and licensing practice. The position involves drafting and negotiating IP and technology agreements, alongside IP and technology support for M&A, venture financings, and other corporate transactions.

The Work

  • Draft and negotiate IP licenses and other technology transaction agreements, helping clients structure and document commercial technology arrangements.
  • Prepare and negotiate customer agreements, including SaaS agreements, and channel partner agreements such as OEM, VAR, and other reseller contracts.
  • Work on collaboration and strategic alliance agreements involving technology and intellectual property.
  • Provide IP and technology support for M&A, venture financings, and other corporate transactions, including diligence on relevant assets and issues.
  • Contribute to multiple matters in a fast-paced practice, applying careful organization and attention to detail across drafting, analysis, and transaction support.

What You Bring

  • Three to six years of experience in technology transactions, IP, related commercial work, or a combination of these areas.
  • Experience with, or a demonstrated interest in, technology transactions and intellectual property matters.
  • Strong drafting skills and the ability to contribute to the negotiation of commercial, technology, and IP agreements.
  • Strong analytical and organizational abilities, with keen attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.
  • Genuine curiosity about technology; interest in issues involving AI and open-source software is strongly preferred.

Why Consider It

The practice combines IP licensing and technology agreements with IP and technology diligence for M&A, venture financings, and other corporate transactions.

Associates can gain meaningful drafting and negotiation experience across customer, SaaS, channel partner, collaboration, and strategic alliance agreements, while developing a broader understanding of technology-related issues in corporate deals.

The work also offers exposure to evolving topics such as AI and open-source software.

Confidentiality

This is a confidential opportunity. Contact Advocates Legal Recruiting to discuss the role and receive additional details about the client and team. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.