Attorney specializing in intellectual property and licensing agreements Job at Robert Half (Cambridge)

Principal Corporate Counsel

Are you looking for an opportunity to share your knowledge of technology and com...

Location

United States , Reston

Salary:

132200.00 - 232800.00 USD / Year

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Juris Doctor Degree or international equivalent degree AND 4+ years experience as a practicing attorney OR equivalent experience
Active license to practice law in a jurisdiction and capable of meeting admission requirements in relevant jurisdiction
Candidates must be able to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: The successful candidate must have an active U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance. Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. Failure to maintain or obtain the appropriate clearance and/or customer screening requirements may result in employment action up to and including termination
This position requires successful verification of the stated security clearance to meet federal government customer requirements. You will be asked to provide clearance verification information prior to an offer of employment
This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

Job Responsibility

Providing comprehensive legal guidance and government transactional sales and procurement support- both direct and indirect through Microsoft partners - to the Microsoft Federal business related to complex cloud computing, devices and professional services agreements with the U.S. Government
Providing advice and guidance on rapidly changing privacy, cybersecurity, national security, homeland security, and technology policy, government procurement and other regulatory and policy issues impacting the sale of Microsoft products and the delivery of services to government customers
Providing legal advice and counsel on national security, classified matters, governance, and compliance issues arising from engagements involving emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (including machine learning and cognitive services), quantum computing, augmented reality, and other similar technologies involving the Intelligence Community, Department of Defense and related organizations
Providing comprehensive legal guidance and support to business clients related to government data rights, bid protests, NDAs, FOIA, intellectual property, trade/ITAR, foreign military sales, teaming and partner agreements, small business subcontracting, competition law, ethics and compliance, privacy law, dispute resolution and corporate citizenship

What we offer

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation

Fulltime

Senior Corporate Counsel

Microsoft has an immediate opportunity for an experienced attorney to join the C...

Location

United States , Redmond

Salary:

147000.00 - 258000.00 USD / Year

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Juris Doctor Degree or international equivalent degree AND 6+ years experience as a practicing attorney OR equivalent experience
Active license to practice law in a jurisdiction and capable of meeting admission requirements in relevant jurisdiction
6+ years experience with Contract law, intellectual property, data protection, privacy law, competition law, anti-corruption, and/or trade law
Law firm or in-house roles specializing in complex transactions, including technology transactions, M&A, business development, or related work managing complex transactions involving multiple stakeholders
Regulatory issues pertaining to software and cloud services in industries such as banking and financial services, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, etc.
Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
1+ years experience using AI technology to create work product and automate tasks

Job Responsibility

Act as the primary legal counsel for assigned clients on a variety of legal, business, and compliance issues related to licensing Microsoft products and online services to commercial customers
Draft legal terms related to commercial licensing transactions, including programmatic agreements, standard amendments, custom amendments, notices, and disclaimers
Identify and anticipate legal risks in proposed business plans, collaborate with legal colleagues and outside counsel to evaluate potential risks, advise cross-functional teams, and help develop practical and scalable solutions to mitigate such risks
Support business and legal teams in negotiating high-value transactions by providing actionable advice and training grounded with in-depth understanding of the legal issues, licensing terms, and business processes
Engage with legal and other business colleagues (e.g., operations, deal desk, finance, tax and trade, compliance) to identify issues and share best practices
Demonstrate highly effective communication skills, verbally and in writing, to distill complex legal issues for stakeholders
Effectively manage large, multi-dimensional projects that require collaboration among many stakeholders to meet tight deadlines in the face of competing priorities
Embody our Culture and Values
Foster inclusive practices and ensure diverse perspectives are heard
Support colleagues and clients with empathy and respect

What we offer

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation

Fulltime

Corporate Counsel, Honors Program

As a Corporate Counsel in our Honors Program, you’ll launch your legal career th...

Location

United States , Redmond

Salary:

105800.00 - 204000.00 USD / Year

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Juris Doctor Degree or international equivalent degree AND 1+ year(s) experience as a practicing attorney OR equivalent experience
Active license to practice law in a jurisdiction and capable of meeting admission requirements in relevant jurisdiction
Juris Doctor Degree or international equivalent degree AND 2+ years experience as a practicing attorney OR equivalent experience
1+ year(s) experience as an attorney in specialized practice area (e.g., tax, employment, copyright)

Job Responsibility

Collaborates effectively within Corporate, External, and Legal Affairs (CELA) work group and direct business clients
Organizes issues and ideas in written and verbal communication
Acts as the primary legal contact (generalist or subject matter expert) for assigned clients, executes legal matters with moderate oversight, and provides support (e.g., revises templates, answers client questions about legal process) to higher-level attorneys, with some oversight
Serves as a contributor to clients and colleagues about legal and related business matters (e.g., privacy, intellectual property, compliance & ethics, litigation, corporate governance, M&A, etc.)
Identifies and anticipates legal risks in the client's business, technology, and/or public policy, and proposes solutions to mitigate future risk
Interacts and/or directs outside counsel or other service providers to address and resolve project-specific issues
Structures, drafts, and negotiates transactional documents (e.g., standard agreements with third parties)
Conducts, reviews, interprets, and analyzes legal information
Maintains understanding of legal requirements within own primary legal practice area
Advises and helps clients understand legal compliance requirements, identify risks and offers solutions

Fulltime

Assistant General Counsel, Clinical Contracts

We are looking for experienced Assistant General Counsel specializing in clinica...

Location

United States , Menlo Park

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active attorney license
Minimum of 10 years of experience in contract negotiation, drafting, and management
Extensive knowledge of clinical trial agreements and related legal frameworks
Proven expertise in handling contracts for clinical operations, research collaborations, and vendor services
Strong negotiation skills with a focus on balancing business objectives and risk reduction
Ability to supervise and mentor legal professionals at the entry level
Excellent communication skills to interact with internal teams and external parties
Familiarity with legal compliance in areas such as intellectual property, regulatory, and commercial matters

Job Responsibility

Provide expert legal guidance in the negotiation, review, and execution of contracts across departments, including clinical operations, research and development, medical affairs, and finance
Develop, update, and implement company policies and procedures related to contract review, ensuring compliance with legal standards and operational efficiency
Draft and negotiate a variety of agreements, such as clinical trial contracts, strategic collaborations, vendor agreements, and confidentiality agreements
Supervise entry-level legal staff, addressing escalated contract issues and ensuring adherence to departmental guidelines
Act as the primary legal liaison between internal teams and external entities, resolving contractual matters effectively and escalating issues when necessary
Respond promptly to complex inquiries regarding contractual obligations and propose solutions that balance business goals and risk mitigation
Collaborate with specialized legal counsel and compliance teams to address intellectual property, regulatory, and commercial concerns within agreements
Identify potential risks in contracts and recommend strategies to minimize exposure while supporting business objectives
Ensure training and support for relevant departments on updated contract policies and procedures
Continuously improve contract management processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
company 401(k) plan

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Infrastructure Support Engineer

Infrastructure Support Engineer | SC or NPPV3 Cleared Reading | Hybrid Working (...

Location

United Kingdom , Reading

Salary:

36000.00 - 42000.00 GBP / Year

Fynity

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

VMware infrastructure
Microsoft Server 2022 (including services like Active Directory and DNS)
Microsoft Windows 11 desktops, and third-party applications
Cloud knowledge (Azure or AWS)
Updating and maintaining Anti-Virus software
Basic networking functionalities
Backup Management

Job Responsibility

Maintenance of Microsoft Server and Desktop, VMWare, Cloud, basic networking, and support for third-party applications in an environment that requires SC or NPPV3 clearance

Fulltime

New

Senior FP&A Analyst (Expense & Headcount Focus)

We are looking for a Senior FP&A Analyst to provide high-impact financial planni...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Honours degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field
Senior-level experience in FP&A, financial analysis, or a similar corporate finance role
Demonstrated strength in expense oversight, headcount tracking, and forecast management
Solid understanding of budgeting, financial forecasting, and variance analysis
Working knowledge of accrual accounting and month-end financial processes
Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and large-data analysis
Ability to perform ad hoc financial analysis, financial modeling, and data mining with a high degree of accuracy
Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with non-finance partners and investigate invoice or purchasing discrepancies

Job Responsibility

Produce recurring and ad hoc analysis on operating expenses, highlighting trends, risks, and key drivers for leadership review
Develop and maintain headcount reports and workforce forecasts to support planning across teams and business functions
Support budget cycles and rolling forecasts by preparing models, consolidating inputs, and explaining variances against plan
Assist with month-end activities by preparing financial reporting, investigating differences, and coordinating follow-up items with business partners
Evaluate transactions to determine appropriate accruals and help ensure expenses are recorded in the proper period
Analyze open purchase order activity, follow up on outstanding items, and help resolve questions related to vendor invoices and PO closures
Oversee expense management with particular attention to marketing-related spend, ensuring reporting is accurate and aligned with budgets
Review, reconcile, and validate financial datasets to improve data quality and support reliable decision-making
Collaborate with non-finance stakeholders to gather inputs, clarify spending activity, and translate financial information into actionable insights

What we offer

Medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible)
paid time off for vacation
personal needs
sick time
paid holidays
Choice Time Off (CTO) up to 13 days per calendar year (pro-rated based on hours worked per week)

Fulltime

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Senior Analyst - OTC

Location

India , Bengaluru

Salary:

Not provided

Randstad

Expiration Date

August 17, 2026

Requirements

Working knowledge of Order-to-Cash (O2C) with focus on Order Management (order entry, validation, allocation, delivery coordination, billing handoff)
Ability to manage order exceptions: price/discount mismatch, stock availability, delivery blocks, credit holds, master data errors, order amendments/cancellations
Understanding of order types, cut-offs, shipping conditions, and basic returns
Basic knowledge of customer master elements (bill-to/ship-to, payment terms, tax indicators) and their impact on order processing
Work exp in SAP
5 years experience

Job Responsibility

Working knowledge of Order-to-Cash (O2C) with focus on Order Management (order entry, validation, allocation, delivery coordination, billing handoff)
Ability to manage order exceptions: price/discount mismatch, stock availability, delivery blocks, credit holds, master data errors, order amendments/cancellations
Understanding of order types, cut-offs, shipping conditions, and basic returns
Basic knowledge of customer master elements (bill-to/ship-to, payment terms, tax indicators) and their impact on order processing

Fulltime

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Human Resources Generalist

People are at the center of every successful organization, and we're looking for...

Location

United States , Vista

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3+ years of Human Resources Generalist experience
Working knowledge of California employment laws
Experience with HRIS platforms such as ADP, UKG, Paylocity, or BambooHR
Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
PHR or SHRM certification is highly desirable
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills

Job Responsibility

Provide day-to-day guidance to employees and managers on HR policies and procedures
Assist with employee relations matters while maintaining confidentiality
Prepare employment documentation including promotions, transfers, and compensation changes
Support benefits administration and leave management
Maintain accurate employee records within the HRIS system
Coordinate interviews and candidate communications
Prepare offer letters and onboarding paperwork
Facilitate new hire orientation and onboarding schedules
Partner with hiring managers throughout the hiring process

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