For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $228,000 - $343,000 per year, which includes base pay and short-term incentive.
The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our salary ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Schneider Electric also offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks (credits to apply towards your benefits) flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, 401(k) + match, well-being and recognition (including service anniversary) programs, 12 holidays per year, 15 days of paid time off per year (pro-rated in the first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility depends on start date), and military leave benefits.
You must submit an online application to be considered for the position. The Company will accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
As the lead of Schneider Electric Standards Essential Patent Strategy, you will join a talented and collaborative global group of in-house lawyers and legal professionals to support the global Intellectual Property legal strategy and risk mitigation work for Schneider Electric and its group companies. This role will report to the Associate General Counsel, Global Litigation and Risk Management or the Chief IP Counsel.
Responsibility:
· Develop and implement global Standard Essential Patent (SEP) strategies in a dynamic and changing marketplace to mitigate IP risk and provide legal guidance and support for global SEP risk, licensing, and development and other strategic activities;
· Independently negotiate complex SEP licenses and pools, both inbound and outbound;
· Develop strategy and business operations for risk assessment and royalty processes for SEP implementation in a dynamic and changing marketplace;
· Partner with global supply chain management and procurement to develop price comparison for SEP indemnification and risk assessment;
· Develop business plan and strategy for SEP portfolio acquisition, maintenance, and exploitation including budget and business support.
· Develop and maintain claim chart database and develop strategy for SEP claim chart scope and coverage;
· Collaborate with the branches of IP Team, Global Legal, external counsel, and service providers as necessary for legal and technical support;
· Ensure compliance with relevant Intellectual Property laws, competition/anti-trust laws, regulations, and internal policies;
· Stay up-to-date on legal and regulatory developments in the Intellectual Property field and advise the organization accordingly; Collaborate on development and implementation of Schneider Electric government policy strategy related to SEPs;
· Providing other assistance and support to the business, Finance, M&A, R&D, marketing, and legal department teams as required, including on pre-litigation and litigation matters.
Qualification Requirements:
· 15+ years experience negotiating SEP licenses;
· Fluency/proficiency in English (oral & written);
· Strong knowledge of local and global SEP laws, competition/anti-trust laws, regulations, and court precedent;
· Strong knowledge of SEP royalty rate determination and Fair, Reasonable, and Nondiscriminatory (FRAND) analysis and requirements in multiple SEPs including 3GPP cellular standards, IEEE 802.11 WiFi standards, and Zigbee.
· Proven track record of negotiating SEP agreements, and providing advice and support on all sorts of SEP matters;
· Demonstrated technical expertise in multiple SEPs including 3GPP cellular standards, IEEE 802.11 WiFi standards, and Zigbee.
· Proven track record of building royalty payment estimation and payment structure in collaboration with business, sales, and finance departments in multiple SEPs including 3GPP cellular standards, IEEE 802.11 WiFi standards, and Zigbee.
· Proven track record of SEP portfolio development and risk mitigation in IEC IEC 61851-1, Connectivity Standards Alliance Zigbee, Sercos and others.
· Excellent negotiation, and communication skills.
· Excellent budgeting estimation and compliance skills.
Preferred:
· Qualified lawyer with at least 15 years of experience in Intellectual Property law, preferably in-house or at a reputable law firm;
· Member of Licensing Executive Society (LES)
· Professional experience in both private practice and in-house multinational environments;
· Demonstrated ability to develop and implement policies and standards;
· Demonstrated ability to direct and manage external counsel and vendors within a budget; and
· Working knowledge of a language other than English (Chinese, French, German or Spanish – a plus).
Skills & Abilities:
· Strong organizational and project management skills with an attention to detail;
· Ability to work on own initiative, independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams;
· Strong analytic skills to identify risk, evaluate associated risk mitigation actions and clearly summarize complex topics and needs;
· Ability to define creative and flexible solutions to support global project with a global team and balance risk, resources, and compliance;
· Ability to prioritize tasks, deadlines, and risks;
· Strong teamwork, and interpersonal/communication skills to support an inclusive and global team;
· Commercial and strategic acumen.
If you meet the above requirements and are passionate about Intellectual Property law, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Schneider Electric hires for the long term, and many job descriptions are just outlines of the job and do not define individuals. If you do not meet all the requirements for this position, please do not be discouraged. We urge you to apply and let us know who you are and what you bring.
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