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IP Counsel in Global Patent Group

As a market leader in enterprise application software, SAP helps companies of all sizes and industries run better. From back office to boardroom, warehouse to storefront, desktop to mobile device – SAP empowers people and organizations to work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively to stay ahead of the competition.

PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES

The Global Patent Group – as part of SAP’s Global Legal department – works with SAP developers, engineers, and researchers throughout the world. Our goal is to understand the connection between the business and the inventions in order to strategically develop and deploy patents and other IP protection in support of SAP’s business objectives. This role presents an opportunity to be part of a dynamic group of patent professionals located across the globe tasked with growing and maintaining what is already one of the largest patent portfolios. The position offers considerable professional independence and autonomy, making it particularly well-suited for individuals who are independent and decisive.

EXPECTATIONS AND TASKS

• Engage with internal client groups (product development, product marketing, corporate development, sales, corporate legal, etc.) to advise on IP issues and to coordinate activities relating to patent portfolio development, risk management (such as third party disputes), and IP-related agreements.
• Build and manage a portfolio of patents supporting one or more lines of business.
• Assist with IP due diligence activities, assessment of litigation risks, and evaluation of IP licenses and other agreements, in support of lines of business.
• Coordinate on strategic topics with other IP Counsel team members.
• Engage and manage outside counsel – no patent drafting or prosecution work required.
• Travel component up to 10%, including trips to various development locations.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

WORK EXPERIENCE

At least 7 years IP experience with a breadth of experience in the areas of patent drafting, prosecution, licensing, and litigation preferred.