Senior Director, Global IP Licensing & Strategy

Ericsson; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Ericsson seeks a Senior Director of IPR and Licensing in Stockholm to lead strategic licensing initiatives and monetize the IP portfolio. The role involves vendor relationships, evaluating new industries, and growing licensing campaigns.

You will collaborate with Licensing Directors, IP Strategy, Legal, and Management to close deals, drive initiatives, and expand licensing globally. A JD and 10+ years in IP licensing are required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in an IPR organization with hands-on experience in IP licensing, patent pool management, IP-related business development, patent portfolio management, and patent technical analysis.
• Proven track record of successfully closing licensing deals.
• In-depth knowledge of general patent licensing practices, SEP licensing, IP law, contracts, and patent assertion.

Responsibilities

• Support Ericsson’s licensing account engagements and IP licensing negotiations in collaboration with Licensing Directors.
• Manage Ericsson’s relationships with patent pool vendors.
• Lead outreach to prospective licensees in new industries.
• Support the creation, development, and growth of new licensing campaigns.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives that advance Ericsson’s IPR and licensing objectives.
• Apply business, technical, portfolio management, and licensing expertise to support IP monetization efforts.
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including Patent Assertion, IP Strategy, Legal, and Management.

Skills

IP licensing

Patent pool management

Business development

Negotiation

Communication skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

IP law

SEP licensing

Licensing campaigns

Education

J.D. or equivalent law degree

Bachelor's in Business

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's in Telecommunications

Advanced degree in Business

Advanced degree in Engineering

Job description

Ericsson seeks a Senior Director of IPR and Licensing in Stockholm to lead strategic licensing initiatives and monetize the IP portfolio. The role involves vendor relationships, evaluating new industries, and growing licensing campaigns.

You will collaborate with Licensing Directors, IP Strategy, Legal, and Management to close deals, drive initiatives, and expand licensing globally. A JD and 10+ years in IP licensing are required.