Legal Counsel, IP Policy
Core
Strategic guidance on IP, technology, and standards-related policy matters affecting licensing and product businesses, including monitoring SDO issues and supporting SEP/FRAND activities.
Role type
Senior in-house legal counsel (IP policy & standards)
Builds
IP policy strategies and advocacy positions in SDOs and government forums
Domain
Intellectual property law, technical standards, telecommunications, semiconductors
Required skills
Juris Doctorate, active bar license, SDO governance analysis, SEP/FRAND licensing expertise, policy drafting and negotiation, stakeholder management, strategic advocacy
Preferred skills
Engineering/technical background, global IP law knowledge, experience with US/European SDOs, cellular/multimedia/AI technology knowledge, advanced negotiation skills
Technologies
SDO governance frameworks, SEP licensing mechanisms, FRAND compliance tools
Responsibilities
Monitor and assess SDO IP policy impacts; Develop and implement strategies to advocate for IP interests in SDOs and government agencies; Coordinate with legal, business, and engineering teams on standards-related IP matters; Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders and policymakers; Analyze, draft, review, and negotiate SDO IP policies and governance documents; Support company efforts relating to SEP licensing policy and FRAND practices