Patent Attorney - Global IP
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Embarking on a new role within Marelli means taking on new challenges and seizing the opportunity to make a bigger, better, bolder impact!
We’re pioneers of the future of mobility. Our story is built on innovation and manufacturing excellence. Every day, we drive change and co-create what comes next. Our purpose is simple yet ambitious: "Let's push the boundaries together. We aspire to shape future mobility dreams and turn them into reality.”
Joining the Marelli Legal & Compliance team means becoming a part of something bigger, a place where you can explore your potential, pioneer innovation and grow strength to strength.
As a global yet fast-evolving company, we are always looking to grow and evolve our talents.
About the Position:
We are looking for a Patent Attorney - Global IP. This position is based at our office in Reutlingen, Germany (as primary location), with an optional office location in Munich area.
The Patent Attorney at Marelli will play a critical role within the Global Intellectual Property team.
Reporting to the Global Director of Patents, this position will primarily support the Automotive Lighting division while also supporting other technology areas across the Marelli organization.
Your Responsibilities will be:
- Develop and execute patent filing and prosecution strategies aligned with the objectives of an assigned technology or division.
- Draft and prosecute German, European and international patent applications (including EP and PCT applications).
- Manage global patent portfolios related to an assigned technology or division and coordinate with external patent attorneys and agents.
- Conduct invention harvesting sessions and support inventors in identifying patentable innovations related to an assigned technology or division.
- Provide freedom-to-operate analyses and strategic guidance to engineering and product teams related to an assigned technology or division.
- Support the Global Director of Patents with enforcement and defensive strategies including EPO oppositions.
- Contribute to global IP policies, procedures, and training programs.
- Stay informed about developments in European and international patent law.
What Qualifications you will bring:
Minimum Education:
- Degree in a technical field (e.g., electrical engineering, physics, mechanical engineering, or similar)
- Qualified European Patent Attorney (EPA) admitted to European Patent Office required
- Qualified German Patent Attorney admitted to German Patent and Trade Mark Office (DPMA) preferred
Experience:
- Minimum 7 years of patent drafting and prosecution experience, with at least 3-5 years in-house experience. Experience in a multinational or manufacturing company is advantageous. Solid understanding of intellectual property.
- Experience in managing global patent portfolios and conducting infringement analyses
- Experience in automotive, electronics, lighting, or related technologies is advantageous
- Strong analytical, drafting, and strategic thinking skills
- Fluency in English
Skills:
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to balance legal and business considerations effectively.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and confidently to non-legal stakeholders.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team and to collaborate effectively with colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
- Proficiency in legal research tools and Microsoft Office suite.
- Committed to professional development and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of legal practices and industry trends.
Other skills that we would welcome:
• Knowledge of UPC practice before the Unified Patent Court
• Experience with SEPs or standards-related patents
Expectations from you in this position:
• Provide reliable and accurate IP advice and support to internal stakeholders, helping to drive the achievement of Marelli’s goals and objectives.
• Provide strategic, business-oriented patent advice.
• Independently manage complex patent matters.
• Identify risks and opportunities within the patent landscape.
• Drive high-quality invention harvesting programs.
• Manage external counsel effectively and cost-efficiently.
• Contribute to a high-performing Global Intellectual Property team.
• Stay updated on relevant developments and apply knowledge to identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to assist in the resolution of legal issues.
• Contribute to the maintenance and organization of legal documents, contracts, and databases, ensuring compliance with record-keeping requirements.
• Stay informed about laws and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to identify legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
What does this position offer you:
• A strategic role within Marelli’s Global Intellectual Property team.
• Exposure to cutting-edge automotive lighting, electronics and other automotive technologies.
• Opportunity to shape and influence global patent strategy in the assigned technical area or division.
• Collaborative international environment.
• Professional growth within a global innovation-driven organization.
Take the next step:
Together, we will drive the world towards a safer, greener, and better-connected future.
Are you ready to make your mark, shape the future of the automotive industry, and drive the growth of the Legal & Compliance business?
Talk to us! To apply, submit your application via Marelli Website or LinkedIn.
About Us:
Marelli is one of the world’s leading global independent suppliers to the automotive sector, with a strong and established track record in innovation and manufacturing excellence. Our goal is to change the future of mobility by working with our customers and partners to create a safer, greener, and more connected world.
Our team supplies all major automotive manufacturers in Asia, Europe, and North and South America and the top racing teams in motorsport world championships. Our technology is purpose-driven and meticulously designed to deliver tangible value that truly matters to our customers.
Our business areas are automotive lighting and sensing, thermal solutions, electronics, green technology solutions, interior experience, propulsion solutions (e-powertrain and powertrain), ride dynamics, motorsport, and aftermarket business.
Within the walls of Marelli, we believe in enabling people to do their best work. Our cultural attributes - Drive Results, Accountable, Entrepreneurial, Inclusive, Innovative, and Aware - are the cornerstones of a new Marelli culture. Be part of it!
At Marelli, we believe in the importance of diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to nurturing talent in our diverse environment, and we take pride in our various employee resource groups, such as Marelli Women, Brains & Hearts Wellbeing, All Cultures, and Marelli's Rainbow. We believe these groups foster creativity and innovation through the unique perspectives of a multicultural community.