At Lummus Technology, innovation thrives, and excellence is a shared pursuit. When you join Lummus, you are empowered to make an impact and be part of a dynamic team that celebrates creativity, encourages professional development, and fosters collaboration.
From our technology portfolio to our global workforce, Lummus is growing at a rapid pace, and we hope that you will grow with us during this exciting time.
The company is actively engaged in joint development, commercial collaborations (involving in-licensing of technology), and strategic acquisition of technologies. Due to continued growth and strategic expansion, the company has an immediate opening in its Brno office for a talented and motivated lawyer with 8+ years of experience in this space. The successful candidate will have experience in drafting and negotiating joint development agreements, specialized technology licenses, asset purchase agreement (and/or other M&A agreements). This is a unique opportunity for a law firm associate to transition in-house or for an in-house attorney to take on a more strategic role in a company.
Reporting to, and frequent interaction with, management based in the United States, this role offers a unique opportunity for personal and professional development, including through work on complex and high-impact transactions and strategic partnerships that will shape the growth of this dynamic, global technology company. You will engage in meaningful work with real-world impact, be exposed to cutting-edge technologies, work in an intellectually stimulating environment, and interface with business leaders in Europe, the US, the Middle East, and in Asia.
Key Responsibilities
Draft and negotiate joint development agreements, commercial cooperation agreements, and other strategic technology transactions
Draft and negotiate asset purchase agreements and other types of M&A agreements, as needed
As needed, review and advise on investment-related agreements, including stock purchase, voting, and investor rights agreements of investment targets
Provide reliable legal leadership to a business team focused on joint development, commercial cooperation, and M&A activities
Lead the development of frameworks for intellectual property (IP) ownership, IP grants, risk mitigation, and governance to support strategic transactions
Conduct legal due diligence, with a focus on IP and commercial risk, for strategic transactions
As needed, collaborate with and manage external counsel while ensuring cost-effective legal support
Develop a deep understanding of the company’s technologies, relevant agreements regarding the same, and strategic goals for technology development/expansion
Requirements/Preferences
Law degree from an accredited law school
8+ years of relevant legal experience, preferably in fields of technology licensing and IP transactions
Strong understanding of IP law and its application in commercial contexts
Experience working with IP transactions in the M&A field
Fluent English-language skills (all work product and negotiations will be in English)
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
Proactive and detail-focused professional capable of working independently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and competing demands
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and standard corporate software tools
Lummus Technology is the global leader in developing technology solutions that make modern life possible and focus on a more sustainable, low carbon future. We license process technologies in clean fuels, renewables, petrochemicals, polymers, gas processing and supply lifecycle services, catalysts, proprietary equipment and digitalization to customers worldwide.
Lummus Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to any protected characteristic under applicable law. Applicant information will be processed in accordance with applicable privacy and data protection laws.
Skills Required
- Law degree from an accredited law school
- 8+ years of relevant legal experience
- Experience with technology licensing and intellectual property transactions
- Strong understanding of intellectual property law in commercial contexts
- Experience with intellectual property transactions in mergers and acquisitions
- Fluent English-language skills
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and standard corporate software tools
What We Do
With a heritage spanning more than 110 years and a focus on innovation that has resulted in approximately 130 technologies and 3,400 patents and patent applications, Lummus is the global leader in the development and implementation of process technologies that make modern life possible. While our reach is global, we pride ourselves on fostering local relationships to meet the needs of each customer, efficiently and effectively.
