Legal Counsel IP Trademarks and Copyrights

Sonova Group; Barcelona; Presencial; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading hearing solutions company in Barcelona is seeking a Legal Counsel – IP (Trademarks & Copyright) to shape its global IP strategy. The role involves advising stakeholders on brand issues, managing trademark portfolios, and coordinating with external counsel. Candidates should have a Master's in Law and 4–5 years of IP law experience. Join a team dedicated to improving hearing health and making a genuine impact.

Formación

• Qualified attorney in at least one key jurisdiction.
• 4–5 years of proven experience in IP law.

Responsabilidades

• Advise on trademark and copyright issues globally.
• Manage global trademark portfolios including filing and prosecution.
• Identify infringement and coordinate enforcement actions.

Conocimientos

Strong commercial sense

Excellent communication

Stakeholder management

Fluent in English

Educación

Master’s degree in Law with a specialization in Intellectual Property

Descripción del empleo

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At Sonova, we envision a world where everyone can enjoy the delight of hearing. This vision inspires us and fuels our commitment to developing innovative solutions that improve hearing health and human connection - from personal audio devices and wireless communication systems to hearing aids and cochlear implants. We're dedicated to providing outstanding customer experiences through our global audiological care services, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to engage fully with the world around them.

Guided by a culture of continuous improvement that fosters resilience and self-motivation, our team is united by a shared commitment to excellence and a deep sense of pride in our work, each of us playing a vital role in creating meaningful change,

Here you’ll find a diverse range of opportunities that span both consumer and medical solutions and the freedom to shape your career while making an impact on the lives of others. Join us in our mission to create a more connected world, where every voice is heard and every story matters.

Barcelona, Spain

Legal Counsel IP Trademarks and Copyrights

At Sonova, we are looking for a Legal Counsel – IP (Trademarks & Copyright) to join our growing legal team. This newly created role is a fantastic opportunity to shape and support Sonova’s global IP strategy, ensuring our brand, content, and creative assets are protected worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise internal stakeholders on trademark and copyright issues globally, including brand clearance and usage.
• Manage and oversee global trademark portfolios, including filing, prosecution, renewals, and oppositions.
• Identify and address infringement and counterfeit issues; coordinate enforcement actions with external counsel.
• Draft and negotiate IP-related agreements (e.g., licensing, co-branding, and content use agreements).
• Support marketing and product teams in developing legally sound brand and communication strategies.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments in IP law and assess business impact.
• Collaborate with external IP law firms to ensure high-quality, cost-effective legal support.
• Help build IP awareness across the company through internal training and policy development.

Your Profile

• Master’s degree in Law with a specialization in Intellectual Property.
• Qualified attorney in at least one key jurisdiction (EU country, Switzerland, UK, or Ireland).
• 4–5 years of proven experience in IP law, preferably both in private practice and in-house.
• Solid experience handling international trademark portfolios and enforcement.
• Familiarity with copyright law and commercial use of creative assets across channels.
• Strong commercial sense and ability to deliver practical, business-oriented legal advice.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; fluent in English (any other language is a plus).
• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.

We kindly invite candidate to submit their CV in English

Sonova is an equal opportunity employer.

We team up. We grow talent. We collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds to win with the best team in the market place. We guarantee every person equal treatment in regard to employment and opportunity for employment, regardless of a candidate’s ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation or marital status, gender, genetic identity, age, disability or any other legally protected status.