Job DescriptionWe are seeking a motivated and experienced patent professional to strengthen a team supporting in- and out-licensing and litigation activities worldwide, with a particular focus on the United States.
This role is ideally suited for a qualitied patent attorney or attorney at law with substantial hands-on experience in litigating telecommunications patents. Experience in supporting licensing activities is a plus.
Responsibilities- Being responsible for infringement and validity related matters/proceedings in patent litigation activities globally
- Identify & prepare patents for litigation from prosecution of litigation assets to preparing legal actions
- Validity, essentiality & infringement analysis; preparing rebuttals
- Coordinating, guiding and reviewing external work in multijurisdictional projects
- Supporting licensing activities on technical and patent matters worldwide
- Technical Analysis
QualificationsIdeally you are an experienced and passionate patent professional who excels at synthesizing technical & legal knowledge with strategic approach in a dynamic, global environment and has the following qualifications:
- Minimum 10 years of professional hands-on experience in patenting field at a law firm and/or inhouse
- Experience in patent litigation
- MSc/Engineering Degree in Telecommunications, Physics/Mathematics or equivalent, combined with European Patent Attorney or LLM qualification
- Understanding of 3GPP technologies
- Excellent communication and analytical skills
- Proactive, result-oriented, mindset with a strong drive to excel in high-pressure, high-stakes environment
- Proven track record of resolving complex issues and strategy execution
- Proven ability to navigate and organize work across multiple teams, disciplines, and stakeholders-facilitating seamless collaboration throughout project lifecycle
- Great skills in building relationships with internal and external stakeholders
It would be nice if you also had:
- Project management experience
- Experience in patent licensing
- Understanding legal systems in a variety of jurisdictions
- Initiative to develop new and better ways of doing things
- Understanding of FRAND matters and SEP licensing framework
About the TeamSome of our benefits in US:
- Corporate Retirement Savings Plan
- Health and dental benefits
- Short-term disability, and long-term disability
- Life insurance, and AD&D - Company paid 2x base pay
- Optional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
- Paid time off for holidays and Vacation
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Tuition Assistance Plan
- Adoption assistance
- Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program
The above benefits exclude students.
Disclaimer for US/CanadaNokia Maintains broad annual base salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions, and with consideration to internal peer equity. Check the salary ranges in the job info section for this role.
All North America job posts will post for a minimum of 7 calendar days and up to 180 days or until candidate/s identified. 
