IP Counsel

AutoStore™; Vindafjord; On-site; NOK 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Generous pension plan

1 hour per week of paid exercise

Structured onboarding and career机会

Job summary

AutoStore is seeking an IP Counsel to join the Intellectual Property team within the Legal department. You will evaluate new inventions, manage our patent portfolio, and help strengthen IP processes supporting the company’s technology and business strategy.

You will collaborate with R&D, Product teams, and external counsel while shaping in-house capabilities and exploring AI-driven IP workflows. The role reports to the Vice President of Intellectual Property.

Qualifications

• Qualified European Patent Attorney, UK Chartered Patent Attorney, or US Patent Agent or currently pursuing one of these qualifications.
• At least 5 years of experience in intellectual property, with a focus on patents.
• Knowledge of international patent law and IP portfolio management.
• Ability to collaborate with R&D, Product teams, and external counsel.
• Strong English communication skills (written and verbal).

Responsibilities

• Manage/coordinate IP processes with in-house team and external counsel for patent portfolio.
• Oversee patent filing, prosecution, and maintenance with strategic alignment to business priorities.
• Collaborate with R&D, Product teams, and stakeholders to identify inventions and assess patentability.
• Provide IP-related advice including risk assessments, infringement, enforcement, and design/trademark protection.
• Develop/improve IP processes/workflows, exploring automation and AI opportunities.
• Support IP awareness across the organization and provide guidance/training.

Skills

Patent strategy

IP portfolio management

Stakeholder collaboration

English communication

Education

Qualified European Patent Attorney / UK Chartered Patent Attorney / US Patent Agent

Job description

We are looking for an IP Counsel to join AutoStore's Intellectual Property team, part of our Legal department. With a portfolio of over 3.300 granted and pending patents, we are looking for someone who can help us strengthen how we manage and protect our intellectual property, working closely with R&D, Product teams, and external counsel.

In this role, you will be involved in evaluating new inventions, assessing IP risks, and managing our patent portfolio, contributing to decisions that support AutoStore's technology and business strategy. You will also have the opportunity to shape and improve our IP processes, as we continue to develop our in-house capabilities and explore new ways of working, including AI.

This is an opportunity to join a small, collaborative team where you can make a tangible impact, combining your knowledge of patents with business understanding and stakeholder collaboration. The position reports to the Vice President of Intellectual Property.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate IP processes, working closely with the in-house team and external counsel to ensure effective management of AutoStore's patent portfolio.
• Oversee patent filing, prosecution, and maintenance activities, contributing to strategic decisions on patent protection and alignment with business priorities.
• Collaborate with R&D, Product teams, and other stakeholders to identify new inventions, assess patentability, and evaluate potential IP risks.
• Provide advice on IP-related matters, including risk assessments, potential infringement, enforcement, and trademark and design protection.
• Develop and improve IP processes and workflows, exploring opportunities to increase efficiency through new tools, automation, and AI.
• Support IP awareness across the organisation, monitoring relevant developments in IP law and practice, and providing guidance and training to employees.

Job Requirements

• Qualified European Patent Attorney, UK Chartered Patent Attorney, or US Patent Agent, or currently working towards one of these qualifications.
• At least 5 years of experience in intellectual property, with a focus on patents, ideally gained in an in-house IP department or an IP law firm.
• Knowledge of international patent law and IP portfolio management, with an understanding of how intellectual property supports business and technology strategies.
• Ability to collaborate with stakeholders across different functions, particularly R&D, Product teams, and external legal counsel.
• A structured and proactive approach, with the ability to manage priorities independently, take ownership of responsibilities, and exercise sound professional judgement.
• Good communication skills in English, both written and verbal. Experience with trademarks, design rights, trade secrets, or other IP assets is an advantage.

We offer

• A Collaborative & Inclusive Culture where we celebrate and value everyone’s contributions, encouraging diverse perspectives in decision-making.
• Work-Life Balance & Well-being: We offer 1 hour per week of paid exercise, health insurance, and a generous pension plan, prioritizing your mental and physical well-being.
• A Creative and Safe Workplace by joining a company experiencing rapid growth, with the stability of being Norway’s first unicorn listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange.
• International and Supportive Environment within a Norwegian multinational that values collaboration and innovation with a structured onboarding plan and career opportunities within the company.

Location for this role is in our offices in Lysaker (Oslo) or our headquarters in Nedre Vats (Norway's west coast).

Application deadline: November 18th. Please note that we review applications continuously—if this opportunity excites you, we encourage you to apply as early as possible! All inquiries are treated confidentially.