Senior IP Patent Attorney Job Details | Bekaert NV

Be part of something bigger!
As the world and the way people live are changing, we at Bekaert believe it's our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. With a 140+ year heritage of excellence, innovation, and a future-focused mindset, we strive to create value for our customers and society through innovative solutions and sustainable practices. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of steel wire transformation and coatings, leveraging our expertise to develop innovative solutions with new materials and services in a safe, smart, and sustainable way. Our focus extends to markets such as new mobility, low-carbon construction, and green energy.
As a dynamic and growing company with over 24,000 employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90%, and almost 5.3 billion in revenue in 2023, we are looking for someone like you to join our team as we continue to shape a safer, more efficient, and connected world!
About the role
As an IP Patent Attorney, you will define and implement strategies for technology protection within a specific business area, advise internal customers and stakeholders, and manage projects.
Your Impact as an IP Patent Attorney:
* Provide strategic input for the group on Intellectual Property protection and lead strategy implementation within your domain.
* Advise the business on capturing value from Intellectual Property.
* Handle drafting, application, prosecution, grant, and enforcement of IP rights (patents, utility models, designs, trademarks), focusing on business relevance.
* Participate in due diligence, review third-party rights, and address IP risks.
* Support IP aspects in contracts, including licensing.
* Collaborate with lawyers worldwide on prosecution and enforcement, including litigation and defending rights at the European Patent Office or local jurisdictions.
* Be a qualified European Patent Attorney or national patent attorney with 10-15 years of IP experience, preferably both in-house and in private practice.
* Coach colleagues on complex IP matters.
* Build a network within the company across functions and geographies.
About You
Essential skills & competencies:
* Master's degree in science or engineering; a law degree is a plus.
* Recognized authority in IP with broad experience.
* Excellent communication skills and a good sense of humor.
* Strong commercial and leadership skills.
* Analytical thinking and strategic business understanding.
* Attention to detail in legal review and drafting.
* Proactive and hands-on approach.
* Proficiency in English; additional languages are a plus.
Be bold and take the leap!
We're looking for individuals eager to explore new ideas and grow personally. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
To learn more about us and career opportunities, visit Bekaert Careers