Patent Lawyer

Who are we?

At Vertiv, we’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $5 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

Position Summary

As a Patent Lawyer you will be responsible in developing and maintaining a strong bridge between the legal and business teams to protect Vertiv's IP. We are looking now for a colleague to join our team in Padova, Italy .

What you'll do? As a key team player, your responsibilities include:

• Advising business leaders regarding IP risks with respect to M&A activity;
• Collaborate with R&D regarding the protection of newly generated IP;
• Work closely with marketing and sales teams to identify IP monetization opportunities;
• Conducting patentability, freedom-to-operate, and landscape searches;
• Overseeing the prosecution of patent applications;
• Advising the company in the development and implementation of IP strategies to support the needs of individual business units;
• Conducting competitive IP due diligence;
• Effectively managing outside counsel to achieve positive outcomes;
• Drafting and negotiating technical agreements, including licenses, joint development agreements, technology agreements, and non-disclosure agreements;
• Collaborating closely with other legal department colleagues and functional support groups to provide legal advice and counsel.

What makes you successful? Bring your passion and expertise with:

• Qualification / Degree in Law
• Minimum 2/3 years of experience
• IT skills: Microsoft Office
• Travel within the EMEA Region, you might be requested to travel to meet other internal customers or to negotiate contracts with customers
• Language skills: English and Italian at an advanced level.

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.

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If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company’s career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers.