Legal Affairs
Permanent
Job Description
Don’t let anything get in the way of a good idea
At Electrolux, a leading global appliances company, we strive every day to shape living for the better for our consumers, our people and our planet. We share ideas and perspectives so that together, we can develop solutions that deliver enjoyable and sustainable living.
Come join us as you are. We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger and more innovative. In our global community of people from 100+ countries, we listen to each other, actively contribute and grow together.
Join us in our exciting quest to build the future home
About the organisation
IP Legal has a core role in the development, use and protection of intellectual property rights for the Electrolux Group. The team strives to be true business partners and they work closely with all parts of the Electrolux organization that develops, uses and protects the Group’s intellectual property across the world. By understanding the operations and business drivers, IP Legal takes an active part in achieving the business objectives. It is a global function with a specialist role that sees intellectual property as an important tool to enhance shareholder value.
We are now looking for an experienced technology/IP lawyer to join our IP Legal department as part of Electrolux’ Group Legal Affairs function. You will provide technology-related legal support for Electrolux’ development and other activities around the globe and report to Electrolux’ Head of IP Legal.
A typical day at work
You will work with Senior Group Legal Counsel in the IP Legal team and be part of the center of expertise for technology-related legal advice and support for activities relating to connected and smart appliances and similar technologies. Part of your role will be to advise on, draft and negotiate a wide range of technology-related agreements. You will manage and/or support the development of processes, procedures and guidelines on these issues. You will provide relevant training and knowledge sharing on the legal aspects of these activities, also when it comes to emerging technologies and legislation in this area, to business and other members of the Legal Affairs team. You will also support the Electrolux R&D function generally in drafting and negotiating development, cooperation and related agreements. Part of your role can also be to assist on the technology aspects of M&A or provide general IP-related legal support where required.
Qualifications
- You are an experienced technology lawyer with at least 5 years relevant experience with a solid law-firm background and ideally, experience in a multi-national company
- You have worked in an international environment towards multi-functional teams
- You have solid experience and a very good understanding of technology-related legal matters in a research and development environment
- You have experience of working with general IP-related transactional matters
- Experience in advising on general data protection law is an advantage
- You have a law degree from at least one jurisdiction
- You have to be fluent in English, in both written and verbal form
- The role involves some travel, so you are flexible to travel when required
You
Tenacious and Scrupulous - Your work is precise and you continuously strive to reach ambitious goals
Agile - You work with urgency, analysing and adapting to different situations, quickly understanding changes and reacting confidently and decisively
Networker - You communicate on all levels with clarity and cross-functional approach and build useful networks to foster a positive and friendly work environment
Change Agent - You adapt flexibly to new market requirements, develop new approaches and shape our processes
Where you'll be located:
You will be based at our Global headquarters on Kungsholmen in Stockholm, Sweden
Benefits highlights:
- Flexible work hours/hybrid work environment
- Discounts on our award-winning Electrolux products and services
- Family and health friendly benefits
- Generous vacation
- Extensive learning opportunities and flexible career path
As part of Electrolux, we will continuously invest in you and your development. There are no barriers to where your career could take you.
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What We Do
Electrolux is a leading global appliance company that has shaped living for the better for more than 100 years. We reinvent taste, care and wellbeing experiences for millions of people, always striving to be at the forefront of sustainability in society through our solutions and operations. Under our brands, including Electrolux, AEG and Frigidaire, we sell approximately 60 million household products in approximately 120 markets every year. In 2020 Electrolux had sales of SEK 116 billion and employed 48,000 people around the world. For more information go to www.electroluxgroup.com.
