We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Specialist/Engineer/Attorney to manage and coordinate our intellectual property activities.

The ideal candidate will have experience in patent processes, industrial design registrations, freedom-to-operate analyses, and enforcement of intellectual property rights. This position also offers an opportunity to learn and develop into a patent attorney role, making it ideal for candidates with some prior experience or knowledge in patents or relevant technology.

The key responsibilities will be:

IPR Management:

• Systematic handling and management of the company’s IPR portfolio.
• Coordinating monitoring activities and ensuring active protection.
• Managing patent application processes and related coordination.
• Overseeing and supporting third party law firms in infringement cases, both defensive and offensive.

Patent and Freedom-to-Operate (FTO) Analysis:

• Conducting FTO analyses and comprehensive scanning of the patent landscape.
• Strong understanding of the company’s product portfolio, lighting industry dynamics, and fundamentals of optics to effectively perform analysis.

Industrial Design Applications:

• Preparing and filing industrial design applications independently in the EU.
• Coordinating industrial design applications globally mainly in the USA and China, supported by local attorneys or agents.

Patent Application Coordination:

• Collaborating closely with external partners and patent attorneys to manage patent application processes effectively.

What we expect from you:

• Relevant educational background (Engineering, Legal/IPR, or related fields).
• Experience managing intellectual property matters, including patents and industrial designs.
• Familiarity with patent processes and international IP regulations.
• Understanding or experience in the lighting industry and optics technology is highly advantageous.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

What do we offer?

• Truly global working environment
• Flexible working hours and location
• Opportunity to learn new skills while developing new solutions
• Comprehensive occupational healthcare
• Wellbeing benefits such as different sports activities
• Competitive salary

Interested?

Please send your application and resume together with your salary request no later than April 30, 2025, to recruitment@ledil.com.

We recommend you to act fast as we will start job interviews already during the application period and we aim to fill the position as soon as possible when we find a suitable candidate.