(Senior) Patent Counsel/Agent

Overview

This role supports the organization’s patenting activities focused on drafting and prosecuting patent applications essential to 3GPP standards, contributing to a patent portfolio used for licensing.

You will work with internal patent attorneys and an extended network of external associates, collaborating closely with the inventor community.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to building the patent portfolio for the 6th generation cellular communication system standardized within the 3GPP.
• Develop and support a standard essential patent (SEP) portfolio, primarily including:
  • Drafting standard-related patent applications inhouse and with external patent attorneys
  • Prosecuting patent applications globally inhouse and with external patent attorneys
  • Regularly evaluating filed patent applications, including reviewing claim charts and assessing patent validity to plan and execute prosecution strategies
• Collaborate closely with the inventor community.
• Work with a team of patent attorneys who provide support and advice as needed, and share input on strategy.
• Participate in development and pilot activities, including testing new work practices and tools.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunication, Computer Science, Physics/Mathematics, or equivalent field.
• Experience with telecom and computer-implemented patent applications and prosecution.
• One of the following:
  • Qualified European Patent attorney, or
  • Passed multiple papers of European Qualifying Examination, or
  • US Patent Attorney/Agent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with 3GPP related technologies and standards, or with other standard-essential patents in the field of telecommunication.
• Open and confident approach to innovating and testing new practices.
• Strong ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong business judgment, analytical skills, and negotiation skills.
• Time management skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
• Ability to motivate and inspire others.
• Solution-oriented attitude.
• Mindset for constant development.

Compensation & Benefits

• Flexible and hybrid working schemes
• Minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave, with the option to return to work within a year following the birth or adoption of a child (based on eligibility)
• Life insurance to all employees
• Well-being programs to support mental and physical health
• Opportunities to join and receive support from Employee Resource Groups (NERGs)
• Employee Growth Solutions to support personalized career and skills development
• Access to a diverse pool of Coaches & Mentors
• A learning environment supporting personal growth and professional development (for your role and beyond)

Location

Not specified in the provided job description.