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Licensing Associate

New York, NY ยท On-site

$50K/yr

What you'll do We are seeking a detail-oriented and execution-focused Licensing Associate to support global licensing strategy, regulatory applications and communications, and license maintenancefor ...

The Licensing Associate manages activities related to the disclosure and protection of new innovations and the transfer of life sciences related technology from the NYU campus in Abu Dhabi to the ...

Licensed Associate Counselor

Caldwell, NJ ยท On-site

$63K - $86K/yr

Licensed Associate Counselor Come join a rapidly expanding, leading national substance abuse & mental health organization who is currently seeking a Licensed Associate Counselor for their growing ...

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How much do licensing associate jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for licensing associate in New York is $118,331.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,500.00 and $142,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Licensing Associates?

Licensing Associates are professionals who manage and facilitate the process of licensing intellectual property, such as patents, copyrights, or trademarks, for organizations like universities, research institutions, or corporations. They work to identify commercial opportunities, negotiate licensing agreements, and ensure compliance with relevant laws and policies. Licensing Associates often serve as a bridge between inventors, legal teams, and potential business partners to maximize the value of intellectual property assets.

What are some common challenges Licensing Associates face when negotiating licensing agreements?

Licensing Associates often navigate complex negotiations that require balancing the interests of their organization with those of external partners. A key challenge is ensuring that terms protect intellectual property rights while also being commercially attractive to licensees. They must also stay up-to-date with legal and regulatory changes that can impact agreements and address potential conflicts or ambiguities in contract language. Effective communication and attention to detail are essential for managing these challenges and fostering positive, long-term partnerships.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Licensing Associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Licensing Associate, you need a solid understanding of intellectual property law, contract negotiation, and business development, often supported by a relevant degree such as in law, business, or life sciences. Familiarity with contract management systems, IP databases, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are typically required, and some roles may value certifications like CLP (Certified Licensing Professional). Strong attention to detail, interpersonal communication, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously are standout soft skills. These competencies are crucial for successfully negotiating agreements, ensuring legal compliance, and building positive partnerships that maximize licensing value.
What are the most commonly searched types of Licensing jobs in New York? The most popular types of Licensing jobs in New York are:
What cities in New York are hiring for Licensing Associate jobs? Cities in New York with the most Licensing Associate job openings:
Infographic showing various Licensing Associate job openings in New York as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $118,331 per year, or $56.9 per hour.

Licensing Associate

Rain

New York, NY โ€ข On-site

$50K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 15 days ago


Job description

About the Company
Rain makes the next generation of payments possible across the globe. We're a lean and mighty team of passionate builders and veteran founders. Our infrastructure makes stablecoins usable in the real-world by powering card transactions, cross-border payments, B2B purchases, remittances, and more. We partner with fintechs, neobanks, and institutions to help them launch solutions that are global, inclusive, and efficient. You will have the opportunity to deliver massive impact at a hypergrowth company that is funded by some of the top investors in fintech, crypto, and SaaS, including Sapphire Ventures, Norwest, Galaxy Ventures, Lightspeed, Khosla, and several more. If you're curious, bold, and excited to help shape a borderless financial future, we'd love to talk.
Our Ethos
We believe in an open and flat structure. You will be able to grow into the role that most aligns with your goals. Our team members at all levels have the freedom to explore ideas and impact the roadmap and vision of our company.
What you'll do
We are seeking a detail-oriented and execution-focused Licensing Associate to support global licensing strategy, regulatory applications and communications, and license maintenancefor our stablecoin and related financial services products. This role will work cross-functionally with Legal, Compliance, Risk, Finance, Product, and external counsel to prepare, submit, and manage regulatory applications across multiple jurisdictions.
This is a high-impact role ideal for someone with experience in financial services licensing, fintech, payments, banking, or digital assets who thrives in fast-paced, evolving regulatory environments.
What we're looking for
  • 5-10 years of experience in financial services licensing, regulatory compliance, fintech, payments, banking, or digital assets.
  • Familiarity with regulatory regimes such as money transmission, e-money, VASP/virtual asset licensing, or similar frameworks.
  • Strong project management and organizational skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple concurrent regulatory workstreams.

Nice to have, but not mandatory
  • Experience working at a fintech, crypto, stablecoin, payments, or banking institution.
  • Exposure to global licensing regimes (U.S. state MTLs, EU EMI/PI licenses, MAS, FCA, VARA, etc.).
  • Experience coordinating with regulators or external counsel.
  • Understanding of AML/CFT, sanctions compliance, and risk frameworks.
  • Legal or compliance background (JD not required).

Things that enable a fulfilling, healthy, and happy experience at Rain:
  • Unlimited time off Unlimited vacation can be daunting, so we require Rainmakers to take at least 10 days off.
  • Flexible working We support a flexible workplace. If you feel comfortable at home, please work from home. If you'd like to work with others in an office, feel free to come in. We want everyone to be able to work in the environment in which they are their most confident and productive selves. New Rainmakers will receive a stipend to create a comfortable home environment.
  • Easy to access benefits For US Rainmakers, we offer comprehensive health, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents, as well as a 100% company subsidized life insurance plan.
  • Retirement goalsPlan for the future with confidence. We offer a 401(k) with a 4% company match.
  • Equity plan We offer every Rainmaker an equity option plan so we can all benefit from our success.
  • Rain Cards We want Rainmakers to be knowledgeable about our core products and services. To support this mission, we issue a card for our team to use for testing.
  • Health and Wellness High performance begins from within. Rainmakers are welcome to use their card for eligible health and wellness spending like gym memberships/fitness classes, massages, acupuncture - whatever recharges you!

Team summits Summits play an important role at Rain! Time spent together helps us get to know each other, strengthen our relationships, and build a common destiny. Expect team and company off-sites both domestically and internationally.