Intellectual Property Attorney

International Truck; Illinois; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

International Truck is seeking a skilled Intellectual Property Attorney to support legal matters related to privacy, data protection, and intellectual property, including patents and trademarks. The candidate will work closely with various departments to ensure compliance and safeguard the company's interests, requiring strong analytical skills and legal expertise.

Benefits

Market-based compensation

Health benefits

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Legal insurance

Employee discount program

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience as an attorney.
• Active license to practice law in at least one state.
• Strong understanding of software and controls is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support and guidance on vehicle data and cybersecurity.
• Handle patent applications and trademark clearances.
• Provide training to company personnel on substantive legal topics.

Skills

Analytical Ability

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Research Abilities

Public Speaking

Education

Juris Doctor Degree (JD)

Undergraduate degree in electrical or electromechanical engineering

Job description

Position Overview

International Motors is seeking an Intellectual Property Attorney.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated attorney to join our dynamic in-house legal counsel team. As an integral part of our organization, the candidate will provide expert legal advice and support across various departments, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional legal acumen, excellent negotiation skills, and a keen eye for detail. The candidate will play a crucial role in safeguarding our company’s interests and contributing to our strategic goals.

Under the direction of the Associate General Counsel, the ideal candidate will have experience in multiple areas of law and provide comprehensive oversight and management on a wide variety of legal matters related to International Motor’s business, with a focus on privacy, data protection, cybersecurity, emerging technologies, and intellectual property, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.

Responsibilities

• Stay updated on applicable federal, state, and local regulations and laws to ensure compliance; analyze their impact on the business and provide practical guidance.
• Provide legal support and guidance on vehicle data and cybersecurity.
• Interact with R&D team from the initial stages of product development and beyond to identify potential intellectual property opportunities and risks.
• Handle patent applications, freedom to operate searches and trademark clearances.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of documents and agreements related to the above listed areas of laws.
• Interpret applicable laws, rulings and regulations related to intellectual property, and advise International Motors on legal rights, remedies, and options.
• Assist in due diligence of IP related issues on potential mergers and acquisitions.
• Provide legal advice, support and services on a broad range of topics and issues.
• Provide training to company personnel on substantive legal topics.
• Help with the creation and implementation of legal policies and protocols.
• Provide legal support and guidance on privacy regulations and laws.

Minimum Requirements

• Juris Doctor Degree (JD)
• At least 5 years of experience as an attorney

Additional Requirements

• Preferably have at least an undergraduate degree in electrical engineering or electromechanical engineering and must demonstrate a strong understanding of software and controls.
• Must have active license to practice law in at least one state and a member in good standing of the bar and registered to practice before the U.S. Patent Office.
• Must be able to obtain a limited license in Illinois if not already appropriately licensed in Illinois.

Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)

Desired Skills

• Strong analytical ability together with reliably sound business judgment and a balanced approach to risk mitigation.
• Ability to multitask and manage a variety of projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, as well as research and public speaking abilities.
• Demonstrated commitment to compliance, integrity, and quality.
• Ability to prioritize conflicting demands from multiple business clients.
• Ability to collaborate, build relationships, gain credibility, and partner effectively with others throughout the organization.
• Self-directed, solution-focused individual with a strong work ethic and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally to achieve enterprise-wide results.
• Knowledge and experience in key legal trends that impact the automotive business.
• Skilled in resolving disputes and managing risks effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues worldwide from many different cultures.

Benefits and Compensation

We provide a competitive total rewards package which ensures job satisfaction both on and off the job. We offer market-based compensation, health benefits, 401(k) match, tuition assistance, EAP, legal insurance, an employee discount program, and more.

For this position, the expected salary range will be commensurate with the candidate’s applicable skills, knowledge and experience.

You can learn more about our comprehensive benefits package at https://careers.international.com/#benefits.

Company Overview

ABOUTTRATON

With its brands Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus,TRATONSE is the parent and holding company of theTRATONGROUP and one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Group’s product portfolio comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. “Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world.”: this intention underlines the Company’s ambition to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the commercial vehicle business and on the Group’s commercial growth.

ABOUT INTERNATIONAL
From a one-man company built on the world-changing invention of the McCormick reaper in 1831, to the 15,000-person-strong company we are today,few companies can lay claim to a history like International. Based in Lisle, Illinois, International Motors, LLC* creates solutions that deliver greater uptime and productivity to our customers throughout the full operation of our commercial vehicles. We build International trucks and engines and IC Bus school and commercial buses that are as tough and as smart as the people who drive them. We also develop Fleetrite aftermarket parts. In everything we do, our vision is to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility to create the cleaner, safer world we all deserve. As of 2021, we joined Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus in TRATON GROUP, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. To learn more, visitwww.International.com.

*International Motors, LLC is d/b/a International Motors USA in Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, and Utah.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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