Counsel, Intellectual Property & Technology Law

Job description

Legal Counsel - Intellectual Property and Technology Law

Would you like to work in a fast paced, varied in house role which also offers a good work life balance? We currently have a vacancy for a Legal Counsel - Intellectual Property and Technology Law at our site in Farnborough.

As a Legal Counsel, you will be a key part of the IP Team, providing BAE Systems functions and businesses a world class IP service to BAE Systems, effectively engaging to assist with the management of IP portfolios, and provide advice on intellectual property issues including drafting and negotiating IP contract terms.

This role will provide you with the opportunity to gain excellent exposure across the company and to work on interesting and unique IP and Technology across BAE Systems.

Your main responsibilities as a Legal Counsel - Intellectual Property and Technology Law will involve:

Promoting IP awareness and compliance with IT regulation and process within the business across all functions

Implementing BAE Systems Intellectual Property Policy within the business

Building effective relationships at all levels within the business so as to become an integral part of the business value proposition

Leveraging IP expertise providing complete IP solutions that deliver maximum value to the business, and providing advice on commercial IP matters, drafting and negotiating IP contract terms relevant to the business

Supporting lobbying of MOD and wider UK government lobbying activities and ensuring operating business act in accordance with BAE Systems stated positions

Your skills and qualifications as a Legal Counsel - Intellectual Property and Technology Law:

Essential:

Qualified solicitor or barrister with proven expertise on intellectual property matters or a qualified patent attorney (preferably a fully qualified European Patent Attorney and Chartered Patent Attorney)

Experience in respect of drafting, negotiating and advising on IP commercial contracts

Demonstrate a strong level of commercial awareness

Commercial Law experience/Knowledge, as well as experience of corporate law, disputes or regulatory matters

Interest in technology and ability to research and understand complex technical issues is essential

Desirable:

A technical degree

Good understanding of trade mark and patent prosecution law

Experience of defence sector IP contracting and commercial law

Experience of IP defence sector and/ or R&D contracting in international markets such as KSA, Australia, India and US

Software and IT contracting experience

In house Legal Counsel experience

What we're looking for in you:

You will have outstanding communication skills and be able to work collaboratively within a team environment. You must have high level negotiation and influencing skills to be able to advise on contracts in line with mitigating risks to the business.

Salary: Competitive

Location: Farnborough

Benefits: Our employees receive an excellent benefits package which includes a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. We also offer a range of additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, childcare vouchers, Cycle2work and many local and national employee discounts. Some employees may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

BAE Systems

BAE Systems is one of the world's leading global defence, security and aerospace companies. We work at the cutting edge of technology, creating more than 100 new inventions every year for customers in over 100 countries.

Head Office

BAE Systems Head Office is in Central London, with a number of support functions and functional specialists based in Farnborough, Hampshire. Head Office is home to a wide range of vital departments, from Strategy and Legal, to HR and Procurement. It is an exciting environment, where people at all levels in the business exchange ideas and develop new projects.

We pride ourselves on employing the best professionals around. Join us and you'll be part of something important; something you can be proud of.

Join us and you'll be at the heart of BAE Systems corporate management. The sheer technical, commercial and cultural diversity of our worldwide business will give you enough challenge and variety to last a career. Throughout it all, we're committed to help you pursue your own ambitions and fulfil your interests within the business.

BAE Systems is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community which are currently under-represented at BAE Systems, including women, BAME and applicants with disabilities. Please note we will not use any personal information relating to your background at any stage of the application process.