Corporate Counsel
1inch
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Posted on 30 Sep
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Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
Responsibilities
Manage and grow the company's global IP portfolio, including patents, trademarks, and trade secrets. You'll also advise on open-source licensing, brand protection, and coordinate with external counsel for global filings and enforcement.
Advise on IP structuring in M&A deals and group reorganisations, supporting due diligence and integration. You'll also draft and review a range of general commercial contracts, including non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and service agreements.
Help implement policies and controls related to legal and IP risk, and support board and shareholder processes across jurisdictions.
Work closely with engineering, finance, and other business stakeholders to educate them on best practices for IP, licensing, and contract management, while providing clear legal advice under time pressure.
Experience
7+ years of legal experience, with a focus on IP, ideally a mix of law firm and in-house at technology companies
Managed patent strategy and portfolio development, including working with engineers to identify patentable innovations, draft technical disclosures, and guide applications through national and international filing procedures
Proven track record supporting M&A and group reorganizations from an IP perspective
Familiarity with global entity structuring, general corporate contracts and governance
Bonus: developed internal frameworks for IP identification and inventor contribution workflows in scaling tech organisations
Bonus: led end-to-end patent prosecution lifecycle including prior art searches, claim drafting, office action responses, and coordination with local agents across key jurisdictions (e.g., USPTO, EPO)
Skills
Strong command of IP law across jurisdictions (especially patent in the US)
Able to see high level strategies and goals and dive into details to deliver creative, pragmatic solutions based on weighted risk analysis, and translate legal obligations into operational processes and controls
Skilled at navigating legal ambiguity in fast-changing technical environments while managing multiple important initiatives under time pressure
Excellent critical thinking, synthesis and communications skills and able to persuade and influence internal and external stakeholders
Familiarity with crypto, DeFi or open-source ecosystems (bonus)
Why you'll love working with us
Join a dynamic, creative team in a fast-paced and supportive environment
Innovation and Collaboration in web3 tech are core to our success
We're open to new ideas - if you've got a vision, pitch it and make it happen
Enjoy competitive pay that matches your skills and experience
Be part of a company that's shaping the future of DeFi
Take time when you need it - we offer unlimited vacation days
Get fully compensated for your work gear - we'll set you up for success
Travel with us! We host an annual team retreat at a top international location
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