Patent Licensing & Transaction Attorney

Established in 1987 and headquartered in Taiwan, TSMC pioneered the pure-play foundry business model with an exclusive focus on manufacturing its customers products. As of 2024, TSMC serves more than 500 customers and manufactures over 11,000 products for high-performance computing, smartphones, the Internet of Things (IoT), automotive, and digital consumer electronics. It is the world's largest provider of logic ICs, with an annual capacity of 16 million 12-inch equivalent wafers. TSMC operates fabs in Taiwan as well as manufacturing subsidiaries in Washington State, Japan and China, and the Company began construction on a specialty technology fab in Dresden, Germany, in 2024. In Arizona, TSMC is building three fabs, with the first starting 4nm production in 2025, the second by 2028, and the third by the end of the decade.

Job Responsibilities:

Position Overview:

Senior Patent Licensing & Transactions Attorney manages complex IP transactions, including patent licensing, acquisitions, and portfolio development. You will provide strategic guidance on IP monetization, risk mitigation, and compliance, with a focus on the US and Taiwan markets. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in IP licensing, strong negotiation and drafting skills, and the ability to collaborate across teams to align IP strategies with business goals in a dynamic, multi-jurisdictional environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Negotiate and review contracts for patent acquisition, licensing, and other IP-related transactions.

2. Draft and implement technology-related agreements, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and business objectives.

3. Manage trademark registration processes and oversee protection strategies for global markets.

4. Provide legal guidance on trademark enforcement and dispute resolution.

5. Advise on strategies for IP portfolio development, monetization, and risk mitigation.

6. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align IP strategies with business goals.

7. Oversee IP-related matters across multiple jurisdictions, with a focus on the US and Taiwan markets.

8. Ensure regional compliance with IP regulations and best practices.

9. Conduct legal risk assessments for IP transactions and provide actionable recommendations to the business team.

10. Stay updated on global IP laws and trends to proactively address potential challenges.

Job Qualifications:

1. JD degree or equivalent legal qualification from a recognized institution.

2. Licensed attorney in the US or Taiwan.

3. At least 8-10 years of experience in a law firm or corporation, handling IP licensing, transactions, and portfolio management.

4. Proven track record in handling complex patent acquisition and licensing deals.

5. Exceptional negotiation skills and contract drafting abilities, particularly for IP and technology-related agreements.

6. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address legal and business challenges.

7. Fluent English proficiency is essential, as the majority of transactions and communications are conducted in English.

8. A collaborative team player who succeeds in dynamic and fast-paced environments.

9. Have a sense of adventure and willingness to handle challenges across diverse jurisdictions.

Fostering a global inclusive workplace reflects TSMC's core values and business philosophy and is essential for our future success. Our commitment to global inclusive workplace allows us to create an environment where every employee, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, race, ethnicity, nationality, political affiliation, or sexual orientation, can bring their unique perspective and experiences to work, enabling us to drive profitability, increase productivity, and unleash innovation. We strive to create a workplace that is equitable and accessible to all employees. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture where every employee feels valued and empowered to contribute to our mission and provide excellent service to our global customers.