About:
Dow (NYSE: DOW) combines global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation and leading business positions to achieve profitable growth. The Company’s ambition is to become the most innovative, customer centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company, with a purpose to deliver a sustainable future for the world through our materials science expertise and collaboration with our partners. Dow’s portfolio of plastics, industrial intermediates, coatings and silicones businesses delivers a broad range of differentiated science-based products and solutions for its customers in high-growth market segments, such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer care. Dow operates 106 manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employs approximately 35,700 people
Role:
Dow has an exciting opportunity for a European Opposition Patent Agent/Attorney . The preferred location for this position is The Netherlands, however other Dow locations including Belgium, Germany, or a virtual office within Central or Western Europe may be considered.
Description:
In this role, you will serve as a European Patent Agent/Attorney that independently provides legal counsel for European Oppositions across all of Dow’s businesses, in consultation with internal and external legal experts as appropriate. This requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in job discipline and basic knowledge of related job disciplines to solve complex problems. You may lead projects or project steps within a broader project, with manageable risks and resource requirements, or may have accountability for on-going activities or objectives. You will act as a resource for colleagues with less experience and work independently with minimal guidance.
Primary Responsibilities:
A major focus will be the strategic counseling, coordinating and management of European Oppositions drafting and prosecution of patent applications (at least 80% of time). Your key responsibilities will include:
- Consult with and counsel Dow businesses and functions to define European Opposition strategies and control costs;
- Prepare legal opinions and approve outside counsel opinions relating to risks arising from European Oppositions;
- Negotiate and draft technology agreements for opposition settlement purposes;
- Provide counsel and assist in negotiations and litigation to resolve IP disputes with third parties.
Additional Responsibilities / Duties:
- Provide legal counsel to clients.
- Provide client legal training and education on a variety of intellectual property-related topics.
- Review and drafts legal documents.
- Manage outside counsel and other external resources.
- Collaborate with internal legal subject matter experts and other Company resources.
- Direct paralegals and other support staff.
Required Qualifications:
- A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering or a related science.
- A minimum of 2 years practicing as a European Patent Attorney.
- Registered to practice and in good standing in the European Patent Office.
- A minimum requirement for this European based position is the ability to work legally in the European Union or the United Kingdom. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position.
Note: Domestic relocation within the European Union or the United Kingdom is available for this role and may be provided based on eligibility.
Dow Offers:
- A robust total rewards program, including: competitive base pay, variable pay that rewards individual, team, and Company performance, and comprehensive benefits
- On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment
- Career experiences that can span different Dow businesses and functions with opportunities for personal and professional growth
- The chance to work within a global company and interact with colleagues from around the world
- Opportunities that spark your imagination and ignite your passion to help others.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates can apply here (click here).
