GoodIP helps startups protect their innovations moving beyond filing patents. GoodIP bridges the gap between complex IP protection and high-growth business strategy. It helps founders transform their technical innovations into defensible market positions that drive company valuation.
Tasks
We are looking for a sharp, commercially-minded Legal Counsel to serve as a strategic partner for a portfolio of high-growth tech startups. This isn't just about "checking boxes"—you will be at the intersection of cutting-edge hardware (Semiconductors) and agile software, navigating the complex legal landscapes that define the future of technology.
Key responsibilities:
- End-to-End Contract Lifecycle: Draft, review and lead negotiations for complex commercial agreements, including Master Purchase Agreements, specialized Semiconductor supply/design-in contracts, EULA and SaaS.
- Legal Excellence: Maintain and optimize legal templates, documentation and internal filing systems to ensure "due diligence-ready" standards.
Requirements
- Legal Qualification: Fully qualified German lawyer (First and Second State Exam) or US lawyer.
- Expertise: Significant experience in commercial contract law, specifically within the Semiconductor, SaaS or Software Licensing sectors.
- Language Skills: Professional fluency in German and English is essential, as you will be negotiating international cross-border agreements.
- Startup DNA: You thrive in fast-paced environments. You are pragmatic, proactive, and capable of explaining complex legal concepts to non-lawyers.
- Attention to Detail: An uncompromising eye for detail without losing sight of the "big picture" business objectives.
Benefits
- Direct impact on the growth of the European Deep Tech and Semiconductor ecosystem.
- High level of autonomy and responsibility from day one.
- You can work part-time or full-time.
- You will work remotely.
- You will work with startup founders that are changing the world.
- You will work like an inhouse lawyers for 10 startups.
- You will not bill by the hour.
- A collaborative environment where legal expertise is viewed as a driver of innovation, not a bottleneck: You will work in a team with an experienced lawyer, patent attorneys and IP managers.
If you are interested in joining our Munich-based company as a Legal Counsel, please apply now!