Senior Patent Counsel

Nokia Technology Standards is both 3

GPP research and patent licensing entity, building on Nokia’s continued innovation and decades of R&D leadership in technologies deployed in virtually all connected devices used today. Come join us and make an impact!
We have an exciting opportunity for a patent professional to join a world-class Patenting team of inhouse patent attorneys. The team works mainly on drafting and prosecuting patent applications essential to 3

GPP standards, thus creating assets for licensing. You will work not only with skilled colleagues but also with an extensive network of external associates.

You will make a direct impact on building the Nokia patent portfolio for the 6th generation cellular communication system standardized within the 3

GPP.

You will be responsible for standard essential patent (SEP) portfolio development and support primarily in the following areas:

Drafting standard-related patent applications inhouse and with external patent attorneys

Prosecuting globally the patent applications inhouse and with external patent attorneys

Evaluating filed patent applications on a regular basis, including reviewing claim charts and evaluating patent validity in order to plan and execute the best prosecution strategies for your cases to bring out the best value

All above is based on collaborating closely with the inventor community

You will work in a team of highly-competent patent attorneys that will provide you with their support and advice, whenever needed. And also ask you for your advice.

Besides your core duties, you will also get opportunity to contribute in various development and pilot activities where new work practices and tools are probed.

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunication, Computer Science, Physics/Mathematics, or equivalent field
• Experience with telecom and computer-implemented patent applications and prosecution thereof
• Qualified European Patent attorney or passed multiple papers of European Qualifying Examination.

It would be nice if you also had:

Experience with 3

GPP related technologies and standards, or with other standard-essential patents in the field of telecommunication

Open and fearless attitude towards innovating and testing new practices

Great skills at building relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Strong business judgment, analytical acumen, and negotiation skills

Communication skills, both written and oral

Mentality of a collaborative team player

Ability to motivate and inspire others

Solution-oriented attitude

Some of our benefits:

• Flexible and hybrid working schemes
• A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave, with the option to return to work within a year following the birth or adoption of a child (based on eligibility)
• Life insurance to all employees to provide peace of mind and financial security
• Well-being programs to support your mental and physical health
• Opportunities to join and receive support from Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs)
• Employee Growth Solutions to support your personalized career & skills development
• Diverse pool of Coaches & Mentors to whom you have easy access
• A learning environment which promotes personal growth and professional development - for your role and beyond

Nokia is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era. With expertise across fixed, mobile and transport networks, powered by the innovation of Nokia Bell Labs, we’re advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.

We act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Our employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect.

If you’re interested in this role but don’t meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enrich our teams, and you may be just the right candidate for this or another opportunity.