Unternehmensjuristen
Intellectual Property and Technology Transaction Counsel (m/f/d) Vollzeit
Description & Requirements
A Career at HARMAN Corporate
We're a global, multi-disciplinary team that's putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Corporate, you are integral to our company's award-winning success.
- Enrich your managerial and organizational talents – from finance, quality, and supply chain to human resources, IT, sales, and strategy
- Augment your comprehensive skillset with expert training across decision-making, change management, leadership, and business development
- Obtain 360-degree support throughout your career life cycle, from early-stage to seasoned leader
About The Role
Working either from one of our offices in Munich, Stuttgart, Ulm or Karlsruhe, the Intellectual Property (IP) and Technology Transaction Counsel will be part of Harmans IP legal team and play a pivotal role in supporting Harman's success. In this position, you will be responsible for providing IP legal advice to our Strategic Business Units (SBUs), including but not limited to the Automotive and/or Lifestyle SBU, the Digital Transformation Solutions SBU, or the Sales and/or Supply Chain function. You will report directly to the Director, IP & Tech Transactions , a senior member of the global IP legal team, and will also work closely and strategically with other members of the legal team to support operational, functional and/or business clients on matters impacting the global enterprise .
We are looking for a highly motivated and independent IP attorney who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate must be able to handle complex negotiations and work independently with minimal supervision.
Experience in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating IP and technology related agreements, IP litigation as well as software related matters is essential. Strong communication and intercultural skills are required to effectively interface with key customers, suppliers, and external stakeholders in collaboration with legal and compliance leadership in support of Harman's business leaders.
Your Team
This position will work closely and strategically with the senior legal team and support functional and/or SBU clients.
What You Will Do
- Managing Legal and Business Risk.
- Draft, negotiate, and advise on complex IP agreements including non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), development agreements, collaboration agreements, purchasing agreements, and licensing agreements with customers, suppliers, and collaboration partners.
- Advice and counsel business units on a wide range of IP matters, with a particular focus on global IP issues. This includes software-related matters, especially regarding Open-Source Licenses, as well as Standard Essential Patents (SEPs) relating to communication technology.
- Oversee and manage a global patent docket in one or more technology areas, aligned with global guidance and oversight from the global patent operations team and outside patent attorneys.
- Support IP litigation cases and provide advice on litigation strategies.
- Directly interact with product and engineering teams to support new product and project development, ensuring strong IP protection.
- Assist with IP divestitures, mergers, and acquisitions (M&A), and licensing activities.
- Apply strong analytical legal skills and demonstrate risk and compliance awareness when supporting complex projects or making strategic decisions.
What You Need to Be Successful
- The successful candidate will have a degree in law with excellent results and an admission to the bar in Germany or another EU Member State.
- Must be able to demonstrate an analytic and project management skills, task-focused, works on own initiative to get things done and manage multiple stakeholders.
- Exercises excellent judgement and decision making. These roles may take significant roles in broader strategic projects for the IP department.
- 5+ years of relevant (generally in-house or law firm) IP experience.
- Fluent in English and preferably German.
Bonus Points if You Have
- Experience in the automotive or other highly regulated high-tech industries.
- Working in a global matrix organization.
- Experience with software, particularly open source and open source licensing.
- Patent prosecution and patent application processes.
What Makes You Eligible
- Be willing to travel up to 10%, domestic and international travel.
What We Offer
- An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.
- Access to employee discounts on world class HARMAN/Samsung products (JBL, Harman Kardon, AKG, etc.).
- Professional development opportunities through HARMAN University's business and leadership academies.
- Flexible work schedule with a culture encouraging work life integration and collaboration in a global environment.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- „Be Brilliant“ employee recognition and rewards program.
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You Belong Here
HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you – all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want.
About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology
Ever since the 1920s, we've been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected.
Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today's most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world's ever-evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award-winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners and each other.
If you're ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today!
Important Notice: Recruitment Scams
Please be aware that HARMAN recruiters will always communicate with you from an '(at)harman.com' email address. We will never ask for payments, banking, credit card, personal financial information or access to your LinkedIn/email account during the screening, interview, or recruitment process. If you are asked for such information or receive communication from an email address not ending in '(at)harman.com' about a job with HARMAN, please cease communication immediately and report the incident to us through: harmancareers(at)harman.com.
HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. HARMAN strives to hire the best qualified candidates and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse marketplaces and communities of our global colleagues and customers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.HARMAN attracts, hires, and develops employees based on merit, qualifications and job-related performance.( www.harman.com )
