Intellectual Property Transactions Associate

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Location: Charlotte, NC Work setup: On-site (primarily in-office) Experience: 3–8 years Salary: $260,000 – $390,000 base (OTE $290K–$435K) About the Role Step into a strategic IP Transactions position where you will shape high-value patent acquisitions and licensing strategies that drive innovation and business success. You will lead complex deals, structure joint development collaborations, and support M&A and strategic transactions, working closely with top corporate, finance, and litigation teams. This is an unmatched opportunity to own critical workstreams, deliver real impact on high-stakes IP deals, and advance your career in a fast-growing, collaborative environment. Your expertise will be valued, your decisions will influence business outcomes, and your professional growth will be accelerated. What You'll Do Draft, review, and negotiate patent licenses; assist with patent acquisitions and dispositions Lead structuring and negotiation of IP ownership in joint development and collaboration agreements Collaborate with corporate, M&A, finance, and litigation teams on IP-driven transactions Conduct IP diligence for M&A and strategic deals, evaluating ownership, encumbrances, and transferability Manage and drive transactional workstreams, coordinating with internal teams and counterparties Prepare concise issue summaries and provide clear recommendations on complex patent matters Who You Are 3–8 years of law firm experience focused on patent acquisition and licensing JD from an accredited law school with excellent academic credentials Technical or engineering undergraduate degree Experienced in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating patent licenses and acquisition agreements Skilled in managing end-to-end transactional workstreams independently Proficient in IP diligence for M&A and strategic transactions, including chain-of-title analysis Familiar with broader IP and tech transactions, including enterprise licensing and commercial agreements Strong interpersonal and client-facing skills, with ability to build and maintain professional relationships Eligible for North Carolina bar admission or currently barred Willing to work primarily in the Charlotte office What We Offer Highly competitive compensation: Base salary $260K–$390K with discretionary bonuses; OTE $290K–$435K High-impact work: Lead complex IP transactions that directly shape business outcomes Career growth: Clear path to partnership with structured mentorship and development opportunities Collaborative environment: Work with 400+ lawyers across multiple practice areas Professional development: In-office collaboration ensures mentorship, skill growth, and direct client exposure Sperton Global This recruitment process is managed by Sperton Global, a Norwegian-owned global recruitment firm, on behalf of our client.

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