Sr. Counsel
RPX Corporation is the leading provider of a comprehensive suite of solutions to help companies manage the risks and costs that arise at any stage of their IP program. To learn more about RPX services, please visit us at www.rpxcorp.com.
By combining world-class transaction expertise with proprietary data and advanced analytics RPX obtains patent rights that avoid or resolve patent-related disputes shared among our diverse global memberships and provides unique insights that inform our members’ strategic and tactical executive decisions.
What you can expect as a Director & Counsel
The Legal team provides support for all intellectual property (IP)-related and commercial transaction and activities of RPX. As Director & Counsel, you will collaborate with other departments and be responsible for drafting and negotiating a range of agreements, participating in client development and relations efforts, and assisting with a variety of other legal issues, as needed.
In this role, you will:
- Negotiate and draft IP-related and commercial agreements, encompassing consulting and non-disclosure contracts, RPX membership and license agreements, patent acquisition, sublicense, and sale agreements
- Support business objectives by cultivating productive relationships with the business
- Identify and resolve both routine and complex legal issues related to assigned projects and matters
- Provide legal support and education to RPX’s acquisitions, client development, client relations, and corporate development efforts, including negotiations with existing and prospective members’ in-house and outside counsel, as well as with third-party patent owners
- Provide your expertise to all functional areas of RPX as it relates to commercial transaction and IP related work
Do you have the experience to join our team?
Minimum Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor degree
- 10 years experience negotiating complex multiparty license agreements
- Active license to practice law in California
- Able to demonstrate excellent legal drafting and negotiation skills
Interested in learning more about us?
In compliance with CA Pay Transparency, the RPX target budgeted salary for this position is $215,000 to $245,000 depending on skills and experience and the RPX base salary range is $177,000 to $322,000. In addition to base salary, we offer an annual bonus opportunity and comprehensive benefits and perks , including group health coverage, company HSA contribution, 401(k) matching, medical disability and family leave benefits, fitness reimbursement, community service days, charitable donation matching, and more, as well as the option to work remotely or from our beautiful San Francisco office.
All employees are required to provide proof of authorization to work in the U.S. within their first 3 days of work. Please note that RPX does not sponsor employees for work visas or permanent resident cards to work in the U.S. If you require sponsorship for a work visa or green card, you will not be qualified for employment with RPX.
At RPX, we value diversity. Our differences unlock our strengths. We embrace diversity of thought and background to foster opportunities for innovation and collaboration. We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment of mutual respect, humility and empathy where authenticity is welcomed, and all people are supported. Uplifting each other enhances the well-being of our communities as well as the success of our company. By encouraging everyone to speak, and listening carefully to every voice, we’re better equipped to understand our clients’ increasingly diverse needs and deliver solutions to their most complex problems.
At RPX, you can expect to receive highly competitive and rich benefits including group health coverage, company HSA contribution, 401(k) matching, medical disability and family leave benefits, fitness reimbursement, community service days, charitable donation matching, and more!
RPX is an equal opportunity employer.
We will make reasonable accommodations to enable any qualified individual with a disability to participate in the job application and interview process, to perform the essential functions of the relevant position, and to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as those enjoyed by similarly-situated employees without disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please notify RPX HR.
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