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Vice President of Licensing – Irvine, California (967-SLS)

Irvine, CA · Exec

Sponsorship not specified$400k-$450kDetected 51 days ago
NegotiationValuationIntellectual PropertyLeadershipCommunication

About the role

  • Solutus has been retained as the exclusive representative for this desirable search.
  • Resumes submitted directly to our client will be forwarded to Solutus for review and evaluation.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the company's global patent licensing and IP monetization strategy, collaborating with IP strategy, litigation, and patent portfolio leadership on related enforcement, litigation, and portfolio management matters.
  • Lead the negotiation and execution of complex patent licenses, settlement agreements, cross-licenses, non-disclosure agreements, and related agreements that support IP monetization objectives.
  • Collaborate with IP litigation leadership on global patent litigation strategy, including high-stakes infringement matters, post-grant proceedings, and Inter Partes Reviews.
  • Manage external consultants supporting licensing valuation, market analysis, target assessment, and strategy.
  • Exceptional communication, negotiation, and advisory skills with the ability to influence executive stakeholders and external partners.

Requirements

  • 15+ years of experience in intellectual property law, including significant senior leadership responsibility for intellectual property licensing and IP monetization.

Compensation

  • is targeted at an annual base salary of $400,000 to $450,000, plus equity, bonus, and benefits.
  • The total compensation package will vary and depend on the candidate's level of seniority and number of years of directly relevant experience.
  • Solutus has been retained as the exclusive representative for this desirable search.
  • Resumes submitted directly to our client will be forwarded to Solutus for review and evaluation.

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