Critères de l'offre

Suisse / 1293 - BELLEVUE
Type de contrat : CDI
Métier : Juriste
Domaine(s) d'activité : Droit de la propriété intellectuelle, Droit des affaires (général), Droit de la concurrence et de la distribution
Temps de travail : Temps Plein
Salaire : -
Date d'entrée en fonction : Immédiate

Profil du candidat

Expérience (Requis ): 8 ans
Formation (Requis) : BAC +5 (Master 2)
Type de Formation (Requis) : CAPA
Compétences (Requis) : Droit de la propriété intellectuelle
Langues (Requis): Anglais, Français, Allemand

Descriptif de l'offre

To strengthen Richemont’s Group legal team based in Geneva, we are looking for a Senior Intellectual Property Counsel (permanent 100%) reporting to the Head Intellectual Property Counsel, Cartier. In this role, you will provide comprehensive IP legal support to selected Maisons, covering a broad range of contentious and non-contentious matters. You will work closely with business teams and other legal colleagues, with a high level of autonomy within a collaborative framework.

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT?

• Supporting the business on IP matters

Provide clear, pragmatic IP legal advice aligned with the Maisons’ activities and priorities.

Work closely with business, marketing, design, and development teams to integrate IP considerations into projects and decision-making.

Contribute to IP awareness by supporting internal trainings and sharing best practices.

• Managing IP Portfolios:

Conduct global searches and clearance checks for names, and prior art searches in key markets for new designs.

Contribute to trademark, copyright, and design rights strategies, filings, and registrations.

Work closely with the paralegal team on trademark and design prosecution matters.

• Managing Contracts:

Draft, review, and advise on a broad range of IP-related agreements, including licenses, sponsorships, collaborations with external designers, R&D, image rights, and similar arrangements.

Support contract reviews and negotiations in coordination with the Maisons’ teams.

• Validating Product and Campaigns:

Review new products for IP clearance and ensure they have appropriate IP protection;

Provide IP clearance checks and advice on printed materials, digital media content, and offline communication campaigns.

• Enforcing IP rights :

Manage the contentious IP cases globally for selected Maisons, coordinating with external counsel;

Prepare enforcement strategies when needed;

Contribute to global enforcement efforts, including anti-counterfeiting actions.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• ~8/10 years post-qualification, bar exam or similar
• Ability to work in English and French – German or Italian a plus
• In-house and private practice experiences

HOW WILL YOU EXPERIENCE SUCESS WITH US?

You combine strong IP expertise with a practical mindset and the ability to manage multiple matters in parallel. You are comfortable working autonomously while actively contributing to a collaborative team environment. You communicate clearly, adapt to different stakeholders, and are comfortable working in an international context. Willingness to travel and experience in budget follow-up are expected.

HOW DO WE KEEP YOU SMILING?

You will join a dynamic, diverse environment, interacting with stakeholders across functions and countries. Our offices serve as the Headquarters of Richemont International and offer a modern and pleasant environment.

YOUR JOURNEY WITH US:

If your application is selected we will reach out shortly for an introductory call.

As part of the interview process, we always ensure complete insight and transparency, namely, you will have the chance to meet to people who will be crucial to your future success in the role.