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Nokia · 3 days ago

Senior/Principal Patent Counsel, SEP Litigation

Coppell, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Nokia is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era, and they are seeking a motivated, seasoned patent professional to strengthen their team responsible for cellular Standard Essential Patents in litigation. The role involves preparing assets for litigation, coordinating outside counsel work, and handling technical and patent-related tasks across active litigation projects.

ElectronicsEnterprise SoftwareInternet of ThingsMobile DevicesTelecommunications

Culture & Values

Responsibilities

Identify & prepare patents for litigation

Validity & essentiality analysis, prosecution of litigation assets, preparation for legal actions

Being responsible for infringement and validity related matters/proceedings in patent litigation activities globally

Coordinating, guiding and reviewing external work

Qualification

Patent litigation experience3GPP technologiesPatent Attorney qualificationFRAND mattersProject management experienceAnalytical skillsProactive mindsetCommunication skillsRelationship building skills

Required

Minimum 10 years of professional hands-on experience in patent business at a law firm and/or inhouse

Experience in patent litigation

Engineering Degree in Telecommunications, Physics/Mathematics or equivalent, combined with Patent Attorney or Law qualification

Understanding of 3GPP technologies

Excellent communication and analytical skills

Proactive, result-oriented, mindset with a strong drive to excel in high-pressure, high-stakes environment

Proven track record of resolving complex issues and strategy execution

Proven ability to navigate and organize work across multiple teams, disciplines, and stakeholders—facilitating seamless collaboration throughout project lifecycle

Great skills in building relationships with internal and external stakeholders