Senior IP Counsel (Middle East Relocation)

Senior IP Counsel | Energy Multinational | The Middle East

Combining an award-winning work culture and unrivalled progression opportunities, this is a unique role for a talented Senior IP Counsel to supercharge their career in the Middle East.

Well-regarded as one of the largest, highest-performing Energy companies in the world, the business is seeking someone ambitious and driven to join their industry-leading legal team.

Why Work in the Middle East

In-House legal opportunities in the Middle East are very stimulating and also lucrative. Due to increasing international and cross-border work, as well as home-grown development, the scale and quality of the work that in-house lawyers can undertake continues to reach new heights.

The Middle East's transformation over the last decade is a testament to the region's commitment to progress and development. The Middle East is becoming a dynamic, forward-thinking region, embracing change and diversity. Women's empowerment, education, culture, tourism, economic diversification, and environmental sustainability have all played a significant role in shaping the culture of the region.

As the Middle East continues on its path of growth and modernisation, it offers an exciting and promising future for all its citizens, where everyone can work and thrive, enjoying a prosperous, welcoming and beautiful part of the world.

The Role

You will report directly to the head of the company's Intellectual Property Law Department and will
work closely with internal clients and inventors in support of the company's various technologies and scientific disciplines.

You will be required to manage outside counsel in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications, patent portfolio management, counselling clients, providing IP education to clients on various IP-related topics and provide legal advice in the areas of patent portfolio strategies.

In addition, you will have the opportunity to draft and negotiate research and development agreements and IP licenses.

Requirements

• 10+ PQE US, Canada or Europe (Including UK) for a strong law firm or international corporation
• Experience preparing and prosecuting patent applications and familiarity with the Patent Cooperation Treaty

What's on offer

• Join an industry-leading Energy team
• Unrivalled, market-leading salary and benefits package
• Full family relocation package
• Career development support