Lead Patent Counsel

1 week ago

Auckland City, New Zealand ZURU Full time

Join us as **Lead Patent Counsel** and make a difference at the forefront of the disruptive business of ZURU working closely with inventors, engineers, and cross-functional teams to identify and protect our valuable intellectual property assets

ZURU is on a mission to disrupt across industries, challenge the status quo and catalyst change through radical innovation and automation advances. This is in play in different pillars of the company: ZURU Toys are re-imagining what it means to play; ZURU Tech is shaping a better future by leading the next building revolution; ZURU Edge is pioneering new generation FMCG brands to better serve modern consumers.

Founded in 2003 by EY Entrepreneur of the Year and World Entrepreneur Hall of Fame brothers Nick and Mat Mowbray, ZURU has quickly grown to a team of over 5000 direct and indirect members across more than 30 international locations.

One of the largest toy companies in the world, globally recognised and award-winning brands include Bunch O Balloons, Mini Brands, XSHOT, Rainbocorns and Smashers. Our global FMCG brands include MONDAY Haircare, Rascal + Friends, NOOD, BONKERS, Gumi Yum Surprise and Dose & Co.

**THE OPPORTUNITY**:
ZURU is a dynamic and rapidly growing company at the forefront of innovation in the product development industry. We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Lead Patent Counsel, with specialization in construction or mechanical engineering to join our team.

This is an exciting opportunity to create a new team within ZURU. This role would primarily be working with the ZURU tech team on the Panelized housing project. In this role, you'll be part of our passionate and innovative team, where your expertise in construction or mechanical engineering and patent law, will play a pivotal role in protecting our valuable intellectual property and driving the success of our cutting-edge products.

**WHAT YOU'LL DO**:

- ** Patent Strategy**: Develop and execute a comprehensive patent strategy aligned with ZURU's business goals and objectives in the construction and mechanical engineering domains
- ** Freedom-to-Operate Opinions**: Conduct and analyze patent searches to provide freedom-to-operate opinions.
- Work with the NZ office lead to build a team of 1-3 attorneys to support you in your work then manage their output and check their work
- ** Patent Portfolio Management**:Strategically manage and maintain ZURU's patent portfolio, conducting regular patent reviews, identifying opportunities for expansion, and making recommendations to enhance IP protection.
- ** Intellectual Property Research and Analysis**:Conduct in-depth patent searches and analysis to assess the patentability of ZURU's products and technologies. Provide guidance and recommendations to product development teams based on the results.
- ** Collaboration and Team Building**:Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including R&D, product development, marketing, and legal, to identify inventions, evaluate patentability, and ensure seamless integration of IP strategies within product development processes
- ** Competitive Intelligence**: Monitor and analyze competitor activities, identifying potential infringement risks and taking proactive measures to protect ZURU's intellectual property rights
- ** Patent Litigation Support**: Collaborate with external legal counsel when necessary to provide technical support and guidance in patent litigation matters
- ** Stay Updated**:Keep abreast of industry trends, changes in patent laws, and emerging technologies in the construction and mechanical engineering domains. Provide internal training and education on patent-related matters to relevant teams within ZURU

**WHAT YOU'LL BRING**:

- You must have a Bachelor’s degree or higher in** mechanical engineering, mechatronics**, or a related discipline
- You must have **Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree or equivalent from an accredited law school and admission to at least one bar**:

- ** Management Experience**:Needs experience with running small teams of people in the patent attorney field.
- ** World wide experience**:Needs experience in patent protection options for the world and have contacts they can work with in various jurisdictions around the world.
- ** Technical Expertise**: In-depth knowledge and understanding of construction and mechanical engineering principles and practices. Ability to analyse and interpret technical documents, engineering drawings, and specifications.
- You are registered to practice before the USPTO, IPONZ, or EPO.
- Proven track record of successfully prosecuting patents before the USPTO, IPONZ, or EPO
- ** Strong Legal Skills**:Solid understanding of patent laws and regulations, including patentability requirements, prior art searches, and patent drafting and prosecution procedures.
- ** Strategic Thinker**:Proven ability to develop and execute effective patent strategies aligned with business objectives.
- ** Team Player**: Excellent collabora

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