30/2026 Patent Attorney (w/m/d)
Aushang bis 15.05.2026

Aufgaben:

• Develop and execute patent filing and prosecution strategies aligned with the objectives of an assigned technology or division.
• Draft and prosecute German, European and international patent applications (including EP and PCT applications).
• Manage global patent portfolios related to an assigned technology or division and coordinate with external patent attorneys and agents.
• Conduct invention harvesting sessions and support inventors in identifying patentable innovations related to an assigned technology or division.
• Provide freedom-to-operate analyses and strategic guidance to engineering and product teams related to an assigned technology or division.
• Support the Global Director of Patents with enforcement and defensive strategies including EPO oppositions.
• Contribute to global IP policies, procedures, and training programs.
• Stay informed about developments in European and international patent law.

Anforderungen:

• Minimum Education:

• Degree in a technical field (e.g., electrical engineering, physics, mechanical engineering, or similar).
• Qualified European Patent Attorney (EPA) admitted to European Patent Office required.
• Qualified German Patent Attorney admitted to German Patent and Trade Mark Office (DPMA) preferred.

• Minimum Experience:

• Minimum 7 years of patent drafting and prosecution experience, with at least 3-5 years in-house experience. Experience in a multinational or manufacturing company is advantageous. Solid understanding of intellectual property.

• Experience in managing global patent portfolios and conducting infringement analyses.
• Experience in automotive, electronics, lighting, or related technologies is advantageous.
• Strong analytical, drafting, and strategic thinking skills.
• Fluency in English required; German preferred.
• Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to balance legal and business considerations effectively. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and confidently to non-legal stakeholders. Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team and to collaborate effectively with colleagues from diverse backgrounds. Proficiency in legal research tools and Microsoft Office suite. Committed to professional development and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of legal practices and industry trends.