Director of Licensing

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We are seeking a Director of IPR and Licensing to join our team at the Ericsson.

Job Summary:

The Director of Licensing will work closely with Chief Licensing Officer and IPR Licensing Directors to drive the strategic direction of Ericsson’s Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) & Licensing activities. In this position, you will support Ericsson’s licensing account engagements (both outbound and inbound), manage Ericsson relationship with pool vendors, lead outreach to prospective licensees in new industries and support the creation, development and growth of new licensing campaigns and support other strategic initiatives. Candidate will be an experienced IPR and Licensing professional with a proven track record of success. The position will be based at the Ericsson Offices in either the US or Europe.

Key Qualifications:

• J.D or equivalent law degree plus a Bachelor Degree in Business, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications or equivalent is strongly preferred.
• Substantial experience in working in an IPR organization plus a proven track record of success closing licensing deals.
• Over 10 years of experience working in an IPR organization ideally with hands on experience in IP licensing, Patent Pool management, IP related business development, Patent portfolio management, and patent technical analysis.
• Experience supporting IP Licensing organizations in a variety of capacities including business or technical analysis, portfolio management, business development, or other experiences supporting IP monetization efforts.
• In-depth knowledge of general patent licensing practices, SEP licensing, IP law, contracts, and patent assertion.
• Self-starter, motivated, and driven to develop prospects, initiate licensing campaigns, and support IP licensing negotiations alongside Licensing Directors.
• Team player with the ability to partner with cross functional groups, including Patent Assertion, IP Strategy, Legal, and Management.
  
  

Additional Qualifications:

• Advanced Degree in Business, Law, Engineering, or equivalent
• Negotiation & Argumentation Skills
• Communications Skills
• Project Management Skills
  
  

Why join Ericsson?

At Ericsson, you´ll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what´s possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world’s toughest problems. You´ll be challenged, but you won’t be alone. You´ll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.

What happens once you apply?

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Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we nurture it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, learn more.

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DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned.

Primary country and city: United States (US) || Plano

Job details: IPR Commercialization Manager

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