We are hiring: IP Counsel Mobile Security & Electronic Payments.
Location: Pune
Your Responsibilities:
Provide strategic and operational support for intellectual property matters across the business units focused on Mobile Security and Electronic Payments.
Through own work and in collaboration with our external agent ensure we achieved high quality and assertable IP rights by drafting filing and prosecuting patent applications.
Manage and maintain the companys IP portfolio in India and support global IP activities in coordination with the corporate IP department.
Conduct patentability assessments freedom-to-operate analyses and IP risk evaluations.
Advise internal stakeholders on IP-related legal and strategic issues including licensing partnerships and third-party rights.
Monitor competitor IP activities and support enforcement actions when necessary.
Liaise with external patent attorneys and legal counsel as well as with international colleagues within the GD Group.
Your Profile:
Degree in engineering electronics computer science or a related technical discipline.
Qualification as a registered Indian Patent Agent; legal background or law degree is a plus.
At least 5 years of experience in intellectual property law preferably in an in-house role within a technology-driven company.
Solid understanding of technologies related to Mobile Security Smartcards Payment Systems and Cryptography.
Strong analytical and communication skills with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
Fluent in English; German language skills are an advantage.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a global cross-functional environment.
What We Offer:
A key role in shaping the IP strategy of a leading international technology company.
Exposure to cutting-edge innovations in digital security and payment technologies.
Competitive compensation and career development opportunities.
A collaborative and inclusive work culture in our Pune office.
Application: Please submit your application including your earliest possible starting date and salary expectations to the GieseckeDevrient recruiting team () . Kindly also include examples of published applications or granted patents authored by you.
$$ We are an equal opportunity employer! We promote diversity in all its forms and create an inclusive work environment free from prejudice discrimination and harassment in which all employees feel a sense of belonging. We warmly welcome all applications regardless of gender age race or ethnic origin social and cultural background religion disability and sexual orientation.
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G+D shapes trust in the digital age, with built-in security technology in three segments Digital Security, Financial Platforms and Currency Technology.