Senior Business Analyst, Geneva, Switzerland

World Intellectual Property Organization; Genf; On-site; CHF 64,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

World Intellectual Property Organization seeks a Senior Business Analyst to lead analysis and harmonization of business and regulatory requirements for the GIPAP project in Geneva. You will collaborate with IP offices, rights holders and other stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of global IP assignment services.

The role requires advanced IP knowledge, strong analytical abilities and experience coordinating cross-border initiatives in an international environment.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in IP law or closely related field.
• Certification in Business Analysis (CBAP/ PMI-PBA) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and document business, legal, regulatory and operational requirements for IP assignment and recordation across jurisdictions.
• Lead consultations with IP offices, owners and stakeholders to identify requirements and drive adoption of GIPAP.
• Translate multi-jurisdictional requirements into business capabilities, data models and system requirements for delivery teams.

Skills

IP analysis

Stakeholder management

Business analysis

English proficiency

Education

Advanced degree in IP law

First-level degree + 2 years experience

BA/PM certification asset

Job description

Job Description - Senior Business Analyst (26288-TA)

Senior Business Analyst - 26288-TA

Standards Section, International Classifications and Standards Division, Infrastructure and Platforms Sector

Grade - P4

Contract Duration - 1 year (maximum cumulative length of 2 years) *

Duty Station

CH-Geneva

Publication Date

08-Oct-2026

Application Deadline

22-Oct-2026, 9:59:00 PM

IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING APPLICATION DEADLINE: please note that the deadline for applications is indicated in local time as per the time zone of the applicant’s location.

1. Organizational Context

The post is located in the Standards Section of the International Classifications and Standards Division, the Infrastructure and Platforms Sector. The Section leads the Global Intellectual Property Assignment Platform (GIPAP) project, which, in collaboration with intellectual property (IP) offices and rights holders, aims to create a single, centralized portal that streamlines the recordation of patent, trademark and industrial design assignments across multiple jurisdictions.

The Section is also responsible for the Committee on WIPO Standards (CWS), which develops and manages WIPO Standards to promote standardization and interoperability among IP offices, and for the WIPO ICT Leadership Dialogue (WILD), which advances digital cooperation and harmonization. The Section supports the modernization of IP administration and improved global IP service delivery by fostering collaboration among IP offices, rights holders and other stakeholders on IP data and documentation, digital transformation and global IP information systems.

Purpose Statement

The incumbent leads the analysis and harmonization of business, legal, regulatory and operational requirements for GIPAP, working with national and regional IP offices, IP owners and other stakeholders. The incumbent translates complex multi-jurisdictional requirements into business solutions that support the successful delivery and adoption of GIPAP, contributing to the modernization, efficiency and interoperability of global IP assignment and recordation services.

Reporting Lines

The incumbent works under the supervision of the Head of the Standards Section.

2. Duties and Responsibilities

• a. Analyze and document the business, legal, regulatory and operational requirements governing assignment and recordation procedures for patents, trademarks, and industrial designs across jurisdictions.
• b. Identify opportunities to simplify, standardize and harmonize assignment and recordation processes and requirements to support a globally scalable solution.
• c. Lead consultations and coordinate engagement with IP offices, IP owners, practitioners, industry associations and other stakeholders to identify requirements, build consensus, facilitate adoption and support participation in the development and implementation of GIPAP.
• d. Translate complex multi-jurisdictional requirements into business capabilities, user journeys, user stories, data models and system requirements for technical delivery teams.
• e. Partner with business, legal and technical stakeholders to design, implement and continuously improve solutions that address global IP assignment and recordation needs.
• f. Coordinate the business aspects of solution delivery, including validation requirements, acceptance criteria, user acceptance testing and monitoring of expected business outcomes and benefits.
• g. Prepare analyses, recommendations and presentations for stakeholders and management, and monitor developments and best practices relevant to business analysis, digital service delivery and global IP administration.
• h. Perform other related duties as required.

3. Requirements

• Advanced university degree in IP law, information technology, or another closely related field.
• A first-level university degree, combined with two additional years of relevant experience beyond the requirement below, may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree.
• Certification in Business Analysis (e.g., CBAP, PMI-PBA) is an asset.

Experience (Essential)

• At least seven years of relevant professional experience, including in intellectual property administration.
• Proven experience leading business analysis, business transformation or digital modernization initiatives involving multiple stakeholders, jurisdictions and regulatory environments.
• Experience applying established business analysis methods and processes to assess complex requirements, design business solutions and support successful implementation.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and influencing delivery across business, legal and technical functions.
• Experience in IP assignment and recordation filing or management.
• Experience working in an international environment, including organizing and coordinating technical discussions and meetings at the international level.
• Experience using IP office online platforms for filings, registrations or other office actions.
• Proficiency in business process modeling tools and techniques.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Knowledge of another UN language: Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish.

Job Related Competencies (Essential)

• Excellent knowledge of intellectual property administration, with a strong understanding of global IP assignment processes.
• Excellent analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex business, legal, regulatory and operational requirements and translate findings into practical solutions.
• Ability to proactively manage multiple priorities and to deliver on parallel project milestones, in a timely and quality manner.
• Ability to assess solution options, evaluate proposals and formulate evidence-based recommendations aligned with organizational objectives and business requirements.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders across cultures and regions to facilitate change and adoption.
• Strong business acumen and sound judgment, with the ability to balance business needs, legal requirements and implementation considerations.
• Ability to build and sustain effective partnerships in a multicultural environment, demonstrating sensitivity to and respect for diversity.
• Ability to lead through influence, coordinate multidisciplinary contributions and drive collaboration toward shared outcomes in a complex international environment.
• Communicating effectively.
• Showing team spirit.
• Demonstrating integrity.
• Producing results.
• Showing service orientation.
• Seeing the big picture.
• Seeking change and innovation.
• Developing yourself and others.

5. Information

Total annual salary consists of a net annual salary (net of taxes and before medical insurance and pension fund deductions) in US dollars and a post adjustment. Please note that this estimate is for information only. The post adjustment multiplier (cost of living allowance) is variable and subject to change (increase or decrease) without notice. The figures quoted below are based on the September 2026 rate of 83.7%

P4

$77,326

Post adjustment

$64,722

$142,048

Currency USD

Salaries and allowances are paid in Swiss francs at the official rate of exchange of the United Nations.

Temporary appointments are renewable, subject to continuing needs, availability of budget and satisfactory performance with a maximum cumulative length of two years.

Applications from qualified women as well as from qualified nationals of unrepresented Member States of WIPO and underrepresented geographical regions are encouraged.

The Organization reserves the right to make an appointment at a grade lower than that advertised.

By completing an application, candidates understand that any willful misrepresentation made on this web site, or on any other documents submitted to WIPO during the application, may result in disqualification from the recruitment process, or termination of employment with WIPO at a later date, if that employment resulted from such willful misrepresentations.

In the event that your candidature is shortlisted, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of your identification and the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WIPO recognizes higher educational qualifications obtained from institutions accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list maintained by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed here: http://www.whed.net/ . Some higher educational qualifications may not be listed in WHED, and will be reviewed on a case‑basis.

Additional testing/interviewing may be used as a form of screening. Initial appointment is subject to satisfactory professional references.

Additional background checks may be required.