IP Counsel

Revolut; España; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Revolut, the global fintech leader, is seeking an IP Counsel to lead the management of its global IP portfolio from Spain. You will collaborate with a lean legal team to advise on clearance, infringement risks, and prosecution of patents with global reach.

The role requires 3+ years’ IP experience, a strong track record with EPTO and other offices, and fluency in English. A fast-paced fintech environment awaits a proactive, strategic thinker.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in IP law.
• Experience with IP matters across multiple jurisdictions, including the UK and global markets.
• Fluent in English (professional).

Responsibilities

• Portfolio management of Revolut's global IP assets.
• Mitigate risks related to IP infringement and defensive strategies.
• Guide product clearance across global business units for launches.

Skills

IP law

Multi-jurisdiction IP

Patent prosecution

English fluency

Job description

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3+ years of experience in intellectual property law, experience with multi-jurisdictional IP matters (UK and global), experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications before the EPTO/international patent offices, and fluency in English.

Job

Complete Guide: IP Counsel at Revolut (Spain)

Revolut, the global financial super-app with over 75 million customers, is seeking a highly skilled and forward-thinking IP Counsel to join its legal team in Spain. This is a premier opportunity for an intellectual property specialist to manage a diverse, high-stakes global IP portfolio and directly shape the company's IP strategy within a fast-paced fintech environment.

Key Responsibilities

As a key member of a lean, high-impact legal team of two (supported by a Paralegal), the selected candidate will handle a wide range of complex intellectual property matters on a global scale. Primary responsibilities include:

• Portfolio Management: Growing and managing Revolut's global intellectual property portfolio through proactive registration and strategic management.
• Risk Mitigation: Limiting losses and managing risks associated with IP infringement claims and defensive IP processes.
• Product Clearance: Providing legal guidance across various global business units to ensure products are cleared for launch through rigorous approval processes.
• Litigation & Disputes: Handling pre-dispute matters and active litigation regarding IP infringement in the UK and international markets.
• Patent Prosecution: Drafting, preparing, and prosecuting high-quality patent applications before the EPTO and other international patent offices.
• FTO Searches: Conducting thorough patentability and freedom-to-operate (FTO) searches to identify potential infringement risks and assess innovation viability.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for this position must meet the following professional requirements:

• Experience: Minimum of 3+ years of professional experience in intellectual property law.
• Domain Expertise: Strong background in IP registration, infringement claims, and defensive strategies.
• Jurisdictional Exposure: Proven experience dealing with IP matters across multiple jurisdictions, specifically the UK and global markets.
• Patent Experience: Hands-on experience preparing, filing, and prosecuting patent applications before the EPTO and/or international patent offices.
• Language Skills: Full professional fluency in English is mandatory.
• Professional Attributes: A solution-oriented approach with the ability to navigate legal blockers and thrive in a fast-paced technology company.

About the Team & Culture

The Legal team at Revolut focuses on turning complexity into clarity, partnering with business units to find compliant "pathways to yes" rather than acting as a blocker. Certified as a Great Place to Work™, Revolut employs over 13,000 people globally and champions a diverse, inclusive, and multicultural work environment.