IP Counsel
Location Nänikon, Canton of Zurich, Switzerland Date posted April 17, 2025 Job ID 19129- You are responsible for actively managing Mettler Toledo's IP portfolio for assigned business areas.
- You provide strategic advice on IP matters to internal stakeholders to support business objectives.
- You oversee prior art searches and freedom-to-operate analyses to aid in product development and commercialization strategies.
- You draft some European patent applications in-house while overseeing and coordinating the work of external partners for other applications.
- You monitor competitor patents and industry trends to identify potential risks and opportunities for the company.
- You evaluate contract terms related to intellectual property and coordinate with the Legal departments for drafting and negotiating those agreements.
- You develop and conduct training sessions on IP awareness and best practices for employees, fostering a culture of innovation and compliance.
- You have a master’s degree in Electronics, Computer Science, Physics, or similar fields, and a broadly based interest in science and technology
- You are (partially) qualified as European Patent Attorney preferably with experience in industry
- You are highly interested in patent law and interdisciplinary matters with a will to broaden horizons in this field and taking pleasure in a variety of intellectually stimulating work
- You have experience in patenting Computer Implemented Inventions, which is favourable for this position
- You have well-developed analytical and writing skills, finely honed interpersonal skills with the ability to work to tight deadlines and to handle several projects simultaneously
- You collaborate in a diverse, international team, fostering a culture of open communication and mutual respect to achieve common goals
- You are fluent English, and you are able to communicate in German
- Flexible working hours (depending on the role), a hybrid work model, and a wide portfolio of training opportunities
- A 40-hour work week with at least 25 vacation days per year, plus 4 to 7 additional days off between bank holidays
- Free parking and direct access to public transport
- Healthy lunches cooked onsite at our own METTLER TOLEDO restaurant, with special prices for employees
- We offer a dynamic and innovation-driven corporate culture that promotes teamwork, personal development, and a passion for excellence.
- A range of additional attractive benefits, including employee discounts at select area businesses
Have we raised your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your complete application at our Job portal.
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