About Axiom:
Axiom is transforming the legal services landscape by delivering innovative solutions ranging from individual secondees to fully integrated project teams that combine top-tier talent with cutting-edge technology. Join our innovative talent community and help drive impactful legal solutions to complex problems in various industries.
Job Description:
We are seeking a Junior Commercial Contracts Lawyer with experience drafting and negotiating agreements for educational institutions, including universities, colleges, or EdTech companies. This role is ideal for a motivated legal professional with under 5 years of post-qualification experience who brings strong commercial contracting skills and an understanding of the unique requirements and compliance considerations in the education sector. The successful candidate will support a variety of education-related contracting needs and collaborate closely with client stakeholders in academic and technology-driven environments.
Responsibilities:
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Draft, review, and negotiate education-related agreements, including service agreements, licensing agreements, affiliation agreements, research collaboration agreements, and technology licensing agreements.
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Advise on contractual issues related to student data privacy, IP rights, and grant funding.
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Collaborate with education administrators, academic departments, and technology providers to align contractual terms with institutional goals and compliance obligations.
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Support procurement and operational teams in high-volume contract workflows for education services and technology solutions.
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Assist in template management, contract process improvements, and potentially support CLM system implementation.
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Stay up to date on regulatory requirements affecting the education sector, including FERPA and other relevant laws.
Minimum Qualifications:
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JD or equivalent, with active bar membership in good standing.
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2–5 years of post-qualification experience, preferably in-house or with law firm clients in higher education, EdTech, or related industries.
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Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating agreements for universities, colleges, or education technology providers.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work across diverse stakeholders.
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Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Skills:
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Experience working with grant agreements or research collaborations involving multiple institutions.
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Familiarity with student data privacy regulations and education-specific compliance requirements.
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Exposure to technology licensing and software agreements in the education context.
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Experience supporting both domestic and international education agreements.