Legal Counsel (Intellectual Property)

Revolut; España; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Revolut is seeking a legal expert focused on intellectual property to manage its global IP portfolio. The role involves handling legal advice on product approvals and managing risks associated with IP infringement across various jurisdictions.

The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience in IP law, a proactive approach to managing legal blockers, and thrives in a fast-paced technology environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in intellectual property law.
• Expertise in registration and infringement claims.
• Experience with international IP matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage global intellectual property portfolio.
• Handle IP infringement claims and litigation.
• Provide legal guidance across business units.

Skills

Intellectual property law expertise

Problem-solving skills

Fluency in English

Job description

About the Role

The Legal team turns complexity into clarity by partnering with teams across Revolut to provide sharp, practical advice that helps the business move fast while staying protected. The role focuses on a diverse range of complex intellectual property matters on a global scale, from product approvals to high‑stakes litigation.

What you’ll be doing

• Increase our global intellectual property portfolio through proactive registration and management.
• Limit losses and manage risks associated with IP infringement claims and defensive IP processes.
• Provide legal guidance across various business units globally, ensuring products are cleared for launch through rigorous product approval processes.
• Handle pre‑dispute matters and active litigation regarding IP infringement in the UK and international markets.
• Advise on cutting‑edge technological elements and products that are new to the market, requiring creative legal solutions.
• Act as a partner to the business by finding compliant pathways to success rather than acting as a legal blocker.

What you’ll need

• 3+ years of experience.
• Expertise in intellectual property law, specifically in registration, infringement claims, and defensive strategies.
• Experience dealing with IP matters across multiple jurisdictions (UK and global).
• A solution‑oriented approach to navigate legal blockers to achieve business goals.
• The ability to thrive in a fast‑paced technology company while working on new features.
• Fluency in English.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences to join this multicultural, hard‑working team.