Trademark Counsel

We Elevate... Your Responsibilities

You provide legal support to Schindler’s Trademark Team, with particular focus on trademark prosecution and will report to the Global Head of Trademarks. 

Main tasks include:

Trademark Searches and Clearance

Preparing and filing Trademark Applications before IGE and WIPO

Replying to Office Actions issued by IGE and WIPO

Corresponding with foreign IP firms to deal with Office Actions and Oppositions

Attending Trademark Watch

Drafting or reviewing cease and desist letters, Prior Rights Agreements, letters of consent

Optimizing trademark portfolio e.g. through replacement, seniority claims

We Elevate... Your Best Self

You have the ability to work independently, with foresight, in a structured and conscientious manner. You are a team player, accountable, pragmatic and have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Further requirements include:

Law Degree, possibly with an Intellectual Property Rights orientation

At least 5 years’ experience as a Trademark Attorney either inhouse, in the private practice or in IP organizations

Sound knowledge of the trademark registrations procedures and regulations before IGE and WIPO

Familiar with the most commonly used trademark search and monitoring tools

Excellent communication and writing skills

Fluent in English and German, French is an advantage

Please note that you'll be required to work fully on-site

We Elevate... You

You will get immediate access to a variety of benefits by working for a TOP employer:

We offer a position in a future-oriented industry with a diverse product range as well as attractive and performance-related remuneration.

Development opportunities: You will start with a job-specific onboarding program and will be supported by us through technical and soft skills development programs.

Work-life balance: We support you in managing your professional and personal life through flexible working hours.

Corporate benefits: You will have the opportunity to benefit from attractive employee discounts.

Diversity: We promote and foster a culture of diversity