IP Counsel

Responsibilities

• Support the protection of technical inventions in Europe through patent prosecution, licensing, and litigation strategies
• Assist in licensing efforts, particularly for standard-essential patents (SEPs), by identifying licensees and negotiating agreements
• Support IP litigation campaigns before the Unified Patent Court (UPC), German Courts, and UK Courts
• Represent Huawei's interests at international or regional conferences and workshops
• Build a strong patent portfolio by reviewing patent applications and defending against nullity attacks
• Provide legal and IP support for industrial activities, including standard setting organizations and open-source associations

Requirements

• Law degree (1st/2nd State Examination, Diploma, or Master)
• Admission as an Attorney-at-Law in an EU member state or the UK
• At least 3 years of experience as an attorney in a law firm or as in-house legal counsel in Europe
• Proficiency in English (C1) and German (C1)
• Strong technical and commercial understanding of ICT and telecommunications technologies and related patents
• Ability to travel internationally and work effectively in a multinational, fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in multi-jurisdictional patent litigation and licensing projects
• Specific expertise regarding standard essential patents (SEPs) and FRAND-related matters

Benefits

• Continuous learning opportunities in the rapidly developing field of IP and patent law
• An international working environment based in Munich
• Access to a broad range of training opportunities, including language courses in German and Mandarin
• Diverse and welcoming company culture with employees from around 40 different nationalities
• On-site company canteen offering a variety of meal options

About the Company

Huawei is a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider. Our ICT solutions, products, and services are used in more than 170 countries and regions, serving over one-third of the world's population. The Huawei Heisenberg Research Center in Munich is responsible for advanced technology research, architectural development, and strategic engineering.