Intellectual Property (Ip) Legal Counsel Manager

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CORE and Global Services (CGS) is a group of legal professionals working and supporting different legal areas such as IP, Compliance, Regulatory Offerings, Ethics, Corporate Matters and the Services Areas aligned with the new offerings and technologies such as Strategy & Consulting, Song, Technology, Security and Operations.

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Through participation in this programme, you will be given opportunity to hone your capabilities in high-impact and complex legal areas based on your skills and experience. You will work closely and collaboratively with other legal colleagues and business teams in providing strategic advice and guidance that support the growth of our business.

Accordingly, you will be assigned to support one or more of our teams in Accenture Legal, consistent with your skills, abilities and experience. Dependent on demand, capacity to support the programme and your specific pre-existing skill mix, it is anticipated that you would either:

Rotate to different specialist teams within Accenture Legal consecutively; or be assigned to one or more of such specialist teams concurrently. Whichever approach, you will be expected to enhance your knowledge and skills in the areas supported by these teams, deepen and broaden your experience of these functional areas within Accenture and demonstrate a global mindset. In so doing, our intent is to build greater resilience and breadth of capabilities for our more specialised teams.

Through the programme, you will receive support on your learning journey from your relevant functional supervisor associated with your assignment, as you progress through the Legal TalentForce programme.





Knowledge Skills and Experience Minimum 7 - 10 years of relevant experience in a dynamic in-house/corporate legal or law firm environment, with familiarity of working across different jurisdictions and with multi-national clients. At least 5 years of hands-on experience practicing patent law, drafting/prosecuting or managing the prosecution of patents globally, particularly in the areas of business method, software and computer-related technologies. Experience performing detailed competitive analyses using global patent data is a plus. Additional certifications and experience, including compliance related global professional certification(s) (e.g. IP, data privacy, data governance, Information Security) and/or corporate law and/or company experience, considered a plus. Advanced English level is mandatory. Education and Qualifications Law degree from an accredited law school. Undergraduate degree or comparable education in electrical or computer engineering, or computer science preferred. Key Responsibilities for Patent & Intellectual Property Our global group of IP team, investigators work closely with other legal and business teams to conduct and oversee patent & IP needs. Our IP Counsel:

Supports our patent operations function, including IP protection strategies, evaluating assets for patent protection, and setting global patent filing strategies. Develops effective strategies for patenting key assets and conducts IP risks assessments. Manages outside counsel and partners in effectively drafting and prosecuting patents and implementing our IP strategy. Counsels inventors and business leaders on various IP issues. Develops and implements IP strategic initiatives, policies, best practices, and training designed to mitigate IP risks and maximize business outcomes. Develops and formalizes processes and templates related to patents and other IP issues. Counsels internal stakeholders (such as business clients, other corporate functions, and other legal colleagues) on a wide variety of IP issues. Key Responsibilities for all Functional alignments in the TalentForce programme Develop a detailed understanding of the relevant functional area and of relevant company policies and procedures. Be a credible business advisor through familiarity with Accenture's strategic priorities, target areas for growth and its business and operations and adopting a proactive learning approach, effective stakeholder engagement and cross-functional networking. Collaborate with colleagues across Legal, relevant Corporate Functions stakeholders, Accenture Leadership and business teams to identify and manage legal, regulatory, compliance risks and develop mitigation strategies, with due regard to ethical and reputational considerations. Review internal and client facing projects and initiatives to ensure compliance with law, regulations and voluntary commitments and standards, and provide required guidance to other teams. Demonstrate functional subject matter expertise in the concerned support area and act as POC for such area and provide credible and efficient operational and strategic support. Supervise resources and assist GLN Global and Area Function lead in people management, as required. Provide coaching and mentoring to junior members of the team, and support development feedback activities for team members. Demonstrate leadership mindset and behaviours, exemplifying Accenture's Core Values and modelling behaviors consistent with our Code of Business Ethics, being an ambassador for change and client centric approach. Behaviours and Attributes Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. Enthusiasm for continuous learning and exemplifying a growth mindset. Detail oriented, sound judgement, organized and adaptable. Able to present innovative, original solutions which understand our business, and to act as a strategic thinker. Committed to collaborating with colleagues in the IP team as well as other stakeholders to achieve shared goals, build relationships, and be a strong team player. Analytical skills, business acumen, and ability to bridge the legal and business aspects of IP law by providing solid IP advice in a business practical manner. Experienced in research, including due-diligence, reporting, drafting and presentation skills and proven ability to contextual business need, and embrace a client-centric approach. Leadership, people development and/or management experience, managing team and/or work efforts (if in an individual contributor role). Strong inter-personal skills and ability to build a sense of belonging in a team and establish a sense of common purpose across Accenture Legal. Open to work with and understand cross-cultures and locations throughout the Accenture global organization and work well with executives and non-executives. Proactive approach, comfortable with technology and use of tools and databases. A unique workplace, discover the benefits we have for you: Swiss Medical (no cost for you and your primary family group) Connectivity Gym VIP Pass Flexible vacation balance Flex Day Bonus certifications Birthday Day off Bonuses Accenture Days Flexible benefits package Extended Paternity & Maternity Leave Financial Aid for Daycare We have offices available in CABA, Córdoba, Mar del Plata and Rosario! And if you are in other provinces, our positions are remote, so you can work from home!

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