Innovation associate

Innovation associate
Region: Antwerpen
Required experience: 3 years
Environment: Law Firm
Contract: Self-employed (Full-time)

Company description

Cresco is a future oriented boutique law firm with specialisation in Corporate, Tech & IP, Commercial and Dispute Resolution. They are well known for their hands-on attitude and business-oriented mindset. ‘Driven by Entrepreneurship’ is what they do and what they are.

Cresco is continuously striving to complement their team with highly skilled professionals within various competence centers.


Are you a lawyer passionate about innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship?

We are currently looking for an outstanding IP/IT/Commercial Associate to join our Innovation team. We are looking for a forward-thinking legal lawyer with 3 – 6 years of relevant experience - primarily in intellectual property (IP) law, and additionally in commercial and IT law - who is eager to explore how innovation, venture capital, and emerging technologies are reshaping the entrepreneurial landscape.

Your responsibilities

As an Associate in our Innovation team, you will:

  • Lead and manage the drafting and negotiation of a wide range of intellectual property, ICT, data, and commercial transactions, including licensing, (co)-development, e-commerce, service, distribution, and partnership agreements across diverse industries.
  • Assist in managing our trademark practice: drafting trade mark search reports, providing trademark advice, assist in the management of trademark procedures and litigation.
  • Drive the structuring, drafting, and negotiation of IP monetization deals, leveraging your in-depth experience in IP law.
  • Contribute to the development of ecosystems geared towards co-creating and co-developing new technologies.
  • Assist in due diligence processes delving in the legal framework of innovative (ICT) companies.
  • Engage in structuring, drafting, and negotiating various partnership models.
  • Independently manage projects and client relationships in a fast-paced, innovative environment

This function presents a thrilling opportunity for motivated individuals with a deep interest in emerging and technology-driven enterprises and who want to play a pivotal role in expanding Cresco's Innovation practice group.

Your profile

  • Master's degree in law from a Belgian university with strong academic credentials and preferably holding a master degree in IP/ICT law.
  • 3-6 years experience, preferably within a law firm, with a primary focus on intellectual property law and additional expertise in commercial and IT law.
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong interest in a career focused on commercial, IT, IP (including trademark matters), and data transactions.
  • Subject matter expertise in data/privacy, ICT, and cybersecurity legislation is advantageous.
  • Ability to independently manage projects and client relationships in a fast-paced environment.
  • Teamwork is as essential for you as it is for us

Your benefit

  • You will be working on exciting projects exciting projects and interesting innovative matters.
  • You will be joining a team of highly inspiring and fun people.
  • You will receive dedicated support and training to fuel your professional growth.
  • You will enjoy a highly competitive remuneration package that values your contributions.
  • You will have the opportunity to work across a mix of locations, including Antwerp, Ghent, and Hasselt.

We understand the value of a happy and motivated team, which is why we prioritize creating opportunities for both professional growth and personal enjoyment. If you're looking for a workplace where you can thrive professionally and have a great time doing it, Cresco is the perfect fit for you.

Your application

Interested in this opportunity? Please click the apply button.

We look forward to receiving your application.

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