Legal Counsel, IP Transactions

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$191,000–$235,000 / yr
Posted
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About Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.

Anduril Industries currently has 1882 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Legal Counsel, IP Transactions

Anduril’s Legal team is seeking a seasoned Legal Counsel to handle IP and technology transactions, focusing on structuring and negotiating complex deals such as licensing agreements, strategic alliances, and joint ventures. This role involves advising on deal structure, risk management, and IP strategy while collaborating with engineering and product teams to protect sensitive technology in commercial and government contexts. The ideal candidate will have 6+ years of experience in IP transactions at a top law firm or tech company, with expertise in drafting complex agreements and managing open-source software issues. Proficiency in legal research platforms and contract lifecycle management systems is essential, along with the ability to translate technical concepts for business stakeholders. Experience in AI/ML, autonomy, robotics, and U.S. government IP frameworks is a plus, as is familiarity with defense and technology industries.

What you'll do

  • Serve as primary legal point of contact for IP licensing and complex technology transactions.
  • Structure IP ownership and rights allocation in multi-party arrangements like joint development deals.
  • Advise on unique AI and autonomous systems issues related to training data, model licensing, and output ownership.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate various technology agreements including software licenses and strategic alliance agreements.
  • Develop scalable processes and templates for handling IP and technology transactions efficiently.

What we're looking for

  • 6+ years of IP licensing and technology transactions experience in a top law firm or tech company.
  • JD from a top-tier accredited law school with active bar membership in at least one U.S. state.
  • Expertise in IP ownership, rights allocation, open source software issues, and complex strategic transactions.
  • Proven ability to manage high-volume projects with precision and urgency in a rapidly evolving environment.
  • Exceptional negotiation, drafting, and verbal communication skills with meticulous attention to detail.
  • High proficiency with legal research platforms, contract lifecycle management systems, and collaboration tools.

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