Patent Attorney

Ericsson; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Ericsson is seeking a Patent Professional to identify, protect, and maximize the value of its innovations and technology. You will work closely with inventors, engineers, R&D teams, and external partners to develop and manage high-quality patent assets aligned with business and technology strategies.

The role involves drafting and prosecuting applications globally, managing portfolios and docket activities, and supporting analysis, licensing, and litigation-related activities.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in a relevant technical field.
• Qualification as a European Patent Attorney.
• Experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Experience across jurisdictions.
• Strong knowledge of patent prosecution processes.
• Good communication and collaboration.
• Coaching and mentoring experience.
• Continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Identify, assess, and develop patentable inventions with inventors and technical teams.
• Draft, file, and prosecute patent applications across multiple jurisdictions.
• Manage patent portfolios and docket activities.
• Support portfolio analysis, claim charting, and patent quality initiatives.
• Contribute to opposition, invalidation, and patent assertion activities.
• Provide support in licensing, negotiations, and patent-related matters.
• Use patent management tools to track activities, ensure compliance, and identify process improvements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, external counsel, and R&D leadership.
• Coach and mentor trainee patent attorneys, supporting their development and preparation for qualification exams.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Collaboration

Coaching and mentoring

Continuous improvement

Education

Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering / Telecommunications / Applied Physics / Computer Science

Job description

About this opportunity

We are looking for a Patent Professional to help identify, protect, and maximize the value of Ericsson’s innovations and technology. In this role, you will work closely with inventors, engineers, R&D teams, and external partners to develop and manage high-quality patent assets aligned with business and technology strategies.

What you will do

• Identify, assess, and develop patentable inventions in collaboration with inventors and technical teams.
• Draft, file, and prosecute patent applications across multiple jurisdictions.
• Manage patent portfolios and maintain patent docket activities.
• Support portfolio analysis, claim charting, and patent quality initiatives.
• Contribute to opposition, invalidation, and patent assertion activities.
• Provide support in licensing, negotiations, and patent-related legal matters.
• Use patent management and monitoring tools to track activities, ensure compliance, and identify process improvements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, external counsel, and R&D leadership.
• Coach and mentor trainee patent attorneys, supporting their development and preparation for qualification exams.

The skills you bring

• A Master's or PhD degree in a relevant technical field, such as Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Applied Physics, Computer Science, ICT, or a related discipline.
• Qualification as a European Patent Attorney.
• Strong knowledge of patent prosecution processes and intellectual property management.
• Understanding of relevant patent laws, regulations, and practices across jurisdictions.
• Experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications in complex technology areas.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects effectively.Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
• Coaching and mentoring experience, with the ability to support the development of others.
• A continuous improvement mindset and the ability to drive knowledge sharing and best practices.