Technology & Commercial Transactions Associate
Organising Institution / Firm
Watts & Associates Recruitment (for an Am Law 200 firm)
Quick Verified Facts
📅 Deadline
Rolling Basis (Official)
📍 Mode / Location
Chicago, IL
💰 Stipend / Pay
$235,000–$310,000 Base + Benefits & Bonuses
🎓 Eligibility
2–4 years of complex commercial-transactions experience; J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school (T50 preferred); Illinois admission; experience in a law firm or corporate legal department.
🛡️ Category
Law Firm Job
Full Opportunity Brief
Contextual Overview
Watts & Associates Recruitment is facilitating a discreet search for a Technology & Commercial Transactions Associate to join a nationally recognized Am Law 200 business law firm in Chicago, IL. The role focuses on intellectual property-intensive transactions, software licensing, and technology-enabled commercial agreements for a diverse client base.
Key Eligibility Criteria
- Experience: 2–4 years of complex commercial-transactions experience.
- Education: J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school (T50 preferred).
- Licensure: Admission to the Illinois Bar.
- Background: Prior experience in a law firm or corporate legal department; expertise in SaaS, outsourcing, privacy, or data security is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities & Scope of Work
- Drafting and negotiating software, SaaS, and technology development agreements.
- Advising on professional-services, outsourcing, and distribution arrangements.
- Managing intellectual property ownership, privacy, and cybersecurity provisions.
- Supporting due diligence for corporate and strategic transactions.
- Direct collaboration with partners and in-house counsel on client workstreams.
Stipend, Compensation & Mode
Base Salary: $235,000 – $310,000 per annum, plus performance-based bonuses and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, retirement, and flexible-work options).
Application Procedure
- Visit the official LinkedIn job posting.
- Submit your resume directly through the platform.
- If your profile aligns with the requirements, a representative from Watts & Associates will contact you via telephone, email, or LinkedIn to schedule a confidential discussion.
FAQs
- Is this a direct hire? This is a recruitment-led search for an Am Law 200 firm; all initial discussions are handled by Watts & Associates in strict confidence.
- What is the primary focus of the role? The role is centered on technology-driven commercial agreements, software licensing, and data privacy within an IP-intensive practice.