European Patent Attorney (all genders)

Overview of the company

We produce and market oil, gas, and chemical products responsibly, and develop innovative solutions to support the circular economy. As one of Austria’s largest listed companies, we’re leveraging the strength of our assets, market position, and expertise to lead the journey to a sustainable future. With every step, we move forward for good.

We’re on an exciting journey of transformation, and we’re always on the lookout for young talents and experienced professionals to join us. Together, we’ll reinvent essentials for sustainable living, foster growth, and have a lasting impact on the generations to come.

Your tasks

• Providing cost-effective IP services tailored to the needs and priorities of one or more of OMV business divisions, including interacting and managing relationships technical, commercial and legal stakeholders.
• Providing objective, informed and legally competent advice and direction to the management of one or more of OMV business divisions regarding intellectual property rights, opportunities, risks and liabilities under supervision of Head of Department IPR.
• Maintaining an understanding of the relevant OMV business divisions, including knowledge of relevant business division and technology strategies, R&D activities and commercialization plans, portfolios of IP rights and assets.
• Collaborating with OMV business divisions and Innovation & Technology leadership to align IP strategies with OMV business division strategies, the licensing business and the Innovation & Technology strategy under supervision of HoD.
• Contribution to the implementation of IP strategies in a cost- and resource-efficient way by providing a broad range of IP advice and services, including the securing and maintaining of appropriate worldwide protection for IP, drafting and prosecuting patent applications, advice on the protection of confidential information and trade secrets, publication strategies, etc.
• Identifying IP risks to OMV business divisions and managing them, where appropriate in collaboration with the Legal department.
• Maintaining expertise in patent laws of the home jurisdiction; demonstrating ability to work within a field characterized by much uncertainty, maintaining a working knowledge of patent laws, regulations and processes throughout the world.

Your profile

• Master's degree in one of these areas: Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Physics or similar
• At least 9 years of relevant professional experience, ideally 3 years post-EQE experience. 
• Strong career emphasis on patent practice in the EPO and a working knowledge of patent practice in other countries and of international patent conventions. 
• Previous in-house experience preferred.
• Must be a qualified Patent Attorney with a European and a national qualification, ideally a registered Representative before the Unified Patent Court.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Fluent in English, German advantageous

What to expect from OMV

At OMV, we are committed to fostering an environment where every individual is given equal opportunities for career advancement. We embrace diversity in all its forms, including, but not limited to age, gender identity, disabilities, ethnicity, religion, or sexual orientation.
 
We believe that our company’s evolution and success are rooted in fostering a diverse mix of employees and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. We have a strong culture of collaboration and our group values "we care, we're curious, we progress" are guiding us along the way on our path into a sustainable future.

We are particularly pleased to welcome female applicants, who are especially supported as part of our personnel strategy and whose integration into our leadership team is to be strengthened. At OMV, you will be encouraged to take on new responsibilities, work across different functions, become involved in new projects, and complete international assignments. We offer excellent development programs for all employees, helping you achieve your career goals and reach your potential.

What OMV can offer you

The opportunity to join an internationally renowned company in a fast-moving business sector, providing excellent development opportunities. We offer an attractive compensation package that matches your qualifications and professional experience. The minimum gross annual salary according to the collective agreement amounts to EUR 87.892,-- all-in. Depending on skills and specific experience, over-payment is possible.

OMV offers relocation packages for international moves and here are some of our attractive benefits:

• Work-Life Balance: Flexible Working Time & Homeoffice.
• Health-Center.
• Canteen with healthy meal options.
• Public Transport Refund.
• Contribution Based Pension Fund Scheme.
• Diverse trainings as well as educational leave.
• Sabbaticals.
• Company Kindergarten & Summer Kids Camp.
• A big variety in culture, health and fitness offers.

Your contact

If you need any further information or have questions regarding accessibility please contact Leora Leksani.