Tech Transactions Associate: SaaS, IP & Data Privacy

Watts & Associates Recruitment; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 235,000 - 310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Retirement support

Paid time off

Pro bono opportunities

Job summary

Watts & Associates is recruiting a Technology & Commercial Transactions Associate in Chicago, IL, with 2–4 years of experience. You will handle technology-focused transactions, including software licensing and services agreements, and work closely with clients and partners on sophisticated IP-intensive matters.

The role emphasizes ownership of drafting, negotiation and client workstreams, with exposure to privacy, data security and evolving technology issues.

Qualifications

• Two to four years of complex commercial-transactions experience.
• Substantive technology, software or licensing experience.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and analytical skills.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Experience in a law firm or corporate legal department.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate software, SaaS and technology licenses.
• Advise on technology development, licensing arrangements and outsourcing.
• Lead and manage complex technology-related transactions.
• Coordinate with clients, partners and internal teams.
• Address IP ownership, data privacy and security considerations.
• Provide practical, business-focused legal advice.

Skills

Technology transactions

Software licensing

Drafting & negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Law firm experience

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Watts & Associates is recruiting a Technology & Commercial Transactions Associate in Chicago, IL, with 2–4 years of experience. You will handle technology-focused transactions, including software licensing and services agreements, and work closely with clients and partners on sophisticated IP-intensive matters.

The role emphasizes ownership of drafting, negotiation and client workstreams, with exposure to privacy, data security and evolving technology issues.