IP, Data & Tech Transactions Associate

A&O Shearman; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

A&O Shearman seeks an associate for its Digital Data IP and Technology group in Dubai or Abu Dhabi. The candidate will handle commercial technology transactions, IP licensing, and data privacy matters for regional and international clients within a fast-paced, complex environment.

Role involves drafting, negotiating, and providing strategic guidance on DDIT agreements, with emphasis on non-contentious IP work and cross-border deals. UAE-qualified lawyers preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge/experience across non-contentious IP transactions and advice.
• M&A support including due diligence and IP licensing.
• Digital infra/Telecoms transactions and advice.
• Data protection and privacy advice.
• R&D, collaboration and franchise agreements.
• Outsourcing experience is not required to have familiarity with all items.

Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing, amending and negotiating DDIT agreements.
• Providing strategic advice within the DDIT parameters.
• Managing client expectations and project delivery.
• Business development and personal plan implementation.
• Legal research relevant to commercial/DDIT contracts and projects.

Skills

Non-contentious IP transactions

M&A support

Digital infra/Telecoms

Data protection & privacy

R&D & collaboration agreements

Outsourcing

Job description

A&O Shearman seeks an associate for its Digital Data IP and Technology group in Dubai or Abu Dhabi. The candidate will handle commercial technology transactions, IP licensing, and data privacy matters for regional and international clients within a fast-paced, complex environment.

Role involves drafting, negotiating, and providing strategic guidance on DDIT agreements, with emphasis on non-contentious IP work and cross-border deals. UAE-qualified lawyers preferred.