Director, Licensing

Ignite Your Career as a Licensing Director at Avanci!

At Avanci (https://www.avanci.com/), we’re redefining the future of patent licensing through premier independent licensing platforms. Partnering with leading global companies, we're driving transformative and optimized patent licensing solutions for advanced technologies and products. In the automotive space we've streamlined the licensing of more than 200 million connected vehicles to date and are continuously expanding into new verticals across various industries.

Your Role: As a Licensing Director in the China Market Unit, you'll be instrumental in executing strategies for efficient management of Avanci’s patent licensing programs.

We are a fast-growing company that is building its licensing team around the world. This is an excellent role for an individual who is self-motivated, committed to excellence and interested in learning from others who are already part of a world-class team of licensing professionals.

The role will work closely with leaders in the China Market Unit, including the Licensing Manager, the SVP, Licensing and the SVP/General Manager.

Avanci has a clear vision that sharing technology should be simpler, quicker and more efficient. Avanci’s revolutionary approach has transformed the licensing landscape.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Identifies and evaluates new opportunities for patent licensing in China
2. Maintains effective communication and engagement with potential licensees/licensors in the market
3. Assists in the review of licensing contracts and agreements
4. Provides a comprehensive overview of company licensing solutions to prospective customers (licensees and licensors).
5. Partners with and supports other licensing team members in contract negotiations with potential customers (licensees and licensors).

WORK LOCATION: Shenzhen or Beijing

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• General understanding of patent licensing and Intellectual Property (IP) fundamentals, financial analysis, and legal contracts
• Familiarity with high tech industries such as consumer electronics, mobile/smart phones and Internet of Things (IoT)
• Knowledge of the application of key and standards-based technologies such as cellular and Wi-Fi in everyday life
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Chinese, and an ability to use the skills in effective communications with global team members and customers
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, including ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and handle multiple projects
• Patient yet solutions-focused and outcome-oriented in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in all company matters

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business or Legal/IP required
• Graduate degree, MBA or JD preferred

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• 8+ years’ experience in patent / IP licensing or legal IP

COMPETENCIES:

1. Drives results
2. Patent licensing (outbound)
3. Bilingual or multilingual communication proficiency
4. Market data research and analysis
5. Contract review