Senior Patent Specialist/Counsel

Nokia; Tampere; On-site; EUR 60 000 - 80 000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company is seeking a Senior Patent Specialist/Counsel in Tampere, Finland. The role involves managing the patent portfolio, collaborating with R&D, and handling patent applications in wireless technology. Candidates should possess a Master's in a relevant field, strong telecom industry knowledge, and experience in IPR. This position offers opportunities for continuous learning and a commitment to inclusion and diversity.

Benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Well-being programs

Mentoring programs

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge in telecommunications/mobile industry.
• Deep technical knowledge on 3GPP related cellular technologies.
• Good understanding on the patenting process.

Responsibilities

• Identify and manage IPR, focusing on invention evaluation.
• Create high-quality patent applications in wireless technology.
• Manage prosecution of patent applications in multiple jurisdictions.

Skills

Telecommunications knowledge

Technical knowledge of 3GPP standards

Good communication skills

Ability to prioritize effectively

Education

Master’s degree in electrical or electronics engineering

Job description

As a Senior Patent Specialist/Counsel, you will be part of a large global team of world-class professionals creating and managing Nokia’s leading patent portfolio. You will closely work with Nokia researchers, subject experts, and standard delegates to identify and protect high-value device-related inventions and will play a key role from the idealization to claim charting of inventions.

The role will also involve close collaboration with In-house members and External Counsels to create and prosecute high-quality applications towards patent grant. With your technical expertise and seamless link to abundant internal resources and monetization activities, you will add further value to our world-class patent portfolio development.

You will have technical ownership of your patents in the wireless technology domain and will broadly manage device-related cellular standard implementation and Wi-Fi technology patents. The role of Senior Patent Specialist/Counsel is key within the IP department at Nokia TECH.

How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

• Identifying, capturing, and managing IPR, with particular emphasis on invention evaluation.
• Work with in-house patent professionals and external associates for creating high-quality patent applications in wireless technology.
• Manage the prosecution of patent applications in multiple jurisdictions across the globe.
• Prepare and manage device-related standard implementation claim charts to support licensing and litigation projects.
• Promote a culture of innovation within the company whereby, the Patent Specialist/Counsel plays a vital role working closely with the R&D community and other in-house patent professionals.

Key Skills And Experience

You have:

• Master’s degree in electrical or electronics engineering, telecommunication, or any other closely related technology area relevant to Nokia’s business.
• Strong knowledge in telecommunications/mobile industry.
• Deep technical knowledge on 3GPP related cellular technologies or various Wi-Fi and/or IEEE standards, and its implementation in Nokia’s and/or third-party products.
• Good understanding on the patenting process or part qualified European or National Patent Attorney.
• An ability to work proactively and collaboratively with other members within the team and across different business units.
• Ability to prioritise effectively, work efficiently and multi-task in a fast-paced, dynamic environment to meet critical deadlines.
• Good communication skills.

It would be nice if you also had:

• A qualification as European or National Patent Attorney or Patent Agent.
• Strong R&D background with track record of inventions/patents in mobile technology.
• At least 3 years of work experience in IPR or patenting.

About Us

Come create the technology that helps the world act together. Nokia is committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. Your career here will have a positive impact on people’s lives and will help us build the capabilities needed for a more productive, sustainable, and inclusive world.

We challenge ourselves to create an inclusive way of working where we are open to new ideas, empowered to take risks and fearless to bring our authentic selves to work.

What we offer

Nokia offers continuous learning opportunities, well-being programs to support you mentally and physically, opportunities to join and get supported by employee resource groups, mentoring programs and highly diverse teams with an inclusive culture where people thrive and are empowered.

Nokia is committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. Nokia has received the following recognitions for its commitment to inclusion & equality:

• One of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere.
• Gender-Equality Index by Bloomberg.
• Workplace Pride Global Benchmark.

At Nokia, we act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Nokia’s employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect. Join us and be part of a company where you will feel included and empowered to succeed.