Associate Director – Intellectual Property Counsel
About The Position
This is a fantastic opportunity!! Our client, a large international organization recognized as a major and innovative player in its field, is seeking a Senior Intellectual Property Legal Counsel who will also play a key role as Associate Director of the IP department. This position offers a team recognized for its excellence and rigor, high-value, innovative, and intellectually stimulating matters, working conditions and compensation among the best in the market, direct exposure to strategic issues and senior management. It is an on-site position with flexible working hours.
Requirements
- Member of the Bar (Canada or U.S.)
- Significant experience of minimum 5 years in intellectual property and in patents
- Technical background or strong affinity for a technical environment (engineering is a major asset)
- Registered as a Patent Agent (Canadian or U.S.)
- Ability to thrive in a complex and fast-paced environment
Responsibilities
- Advise technical, commercial, and legal teams on intellectual property matters
- Develop and implement intellectual property strategies for cutting-edge technologies
- Participate in the negotiation of complex agreements (licenses, partnerships, procurement)
- Oversee patent portfolios and manage third-party risks
- Contribute to transactional matters and, as needed, litigation-related issues
- Act as a leader and ambassador for IP internally
Benefits
- Flexible working hours
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
