Patent Counsel

Evaluate invention disclosures to determine patentability and optimal protection strategies.

Oversee growth and quality of patent portfolio

Drive the creation of IP with R&D;, assess innovations and recommend suitable IP protection aligned with the strategy

Ensure Freedom to Operate (FtO) by Conducting FTO analyses and actions

Maintain and improve collaboration with external IP partners

Promote IP awareness and networking within the organization

Track rival IP activities to inform strategy

The Komax group is a pioneer and market leader in the field of automated wire processing. As a globally active Swiss company, we develop and manufacture serial production machines, customer-specific systems, quality assurance modules, test systems, networking solutions, and services for various industries. The Komax group has more than 50 companies with 3500 employees across five continents and a worldwide sales and service network.

• Master’s degree in technical studies (preferably with mechanical, electrical or physics background); Patent attorney or experienced patent attorney candidate or equivalent education in intellectual property

• Several years of professional experience in international patent prosecution in Europe, the United States and China, in either industry and/or private practice

• Fluency in English

• Intermediate working knowledge of Microsoft Office package (Word, Excel, Power Point)

• Profound IP knowledge and keen technical interest A goal-oriented individual with a drive for results and a passion for innovation; Well-developed communication and relationship building skills, especially with your internal stakeholders.

• Willingness to travel for ~25% of working time