Counsel, Intellectual Property
General Motors

Columbus, Ohio

Posted in Automotive


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Job Description

This position does not require employee to be on-site full-time to perform most effectively. The employee'srole enables them to work off-site on a permanent basis.

General Motors Legal Staff is seeking an attorney to join its Intellectual Property Team which is responsible for supporting the company's intellectual property activities around the world. The attorney will take the position of Counsel and will provide responsive, pragmatic legal guidance to internal client teams, develop, and commercialize GM's extensive IP portfolio and work to resolve 3rd party disputes.

Responsibilities

  • Provide general legal advice to technical and business teams on the development, delivery, sale, and operation of industry-leading technologies delivered through automotive vehicles and other mobile devices.
  • Provide instructions to foreign associates on prosecuting applications globally.
  • Work closely with engineers to identify possible inventions and develop them into viable IP.
  • Conduct monthly IP review meetings with the technology team and senior management.
  • Develop and implement the global IP strategy together with the senior leadership team.
  • Lead and implement competitive monitoring and analysis of white space opportunities.
  • Provide support and guidance on all IP-related matters to the business.
  • Participate and conduct training as and when required.
  • Participate or lead efforts to resolve disputes with external parties including managing litigation.

Additional Job Description

Qualifications
  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience supporting technology development teams
  • Strong transactions experience with an emphasis on technology licensing transactions
  • Experience providing legal advice in a fast-paced and innovative global business environment
  • Demonstrated ability to motivate others and collaborate with cross-functional teams, as well as the ability to manage multiple large-scale projects simultaneously
  • Strong oral and written communication skills with an ability to express complex legal matters in clear, concise, business-friendly language
  • Ability to efficiently resolve issues and recommend solutions that are legally sound and pragmatic in the context of business goals
  • International experience preferred
  • Familiarity with automotive technology preferred

Education Requirements
  • Law degree from an accredited college or university
  • Admitted to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
  • Admitted to practice and in good standing in at least one jurisdiction in the United States

Compensation:The median level of salary compensation for this role is $154,500.

Bonus Potential:An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.

Benefits:GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.

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About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
• Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
• Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;
• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
• Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities.GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statements

The policy of General Motors is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. Additionally, General Motors is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us atCareers.Accommodations@GM.com. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.


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