Join a global technology leader as a Patent Specialist dedicated to strengthening patent strategy in one of Japan's largest fintech ecosystems. You will oversee clearance, prosecution, and risk management, ensuring innovation is protected and enhanced across rapidly growing financial technologies. This role offers the opportunity to shape IP strategy, tackle complex patent challenges, and contribute to the future of fintech innovation in a global business environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Screen projects to evaluate patentability, clearance, and acquisition needs.
- Conduct clearance searches and develop strategies for third-party patent risks.
- Manage prosecution processes, including drafting, filing, office actions, and divisional applications.
- Perform competitive patent analysis and conduct audits of internal and external patent portfolios.
- Collaborate with business teams and support patent disputes and risk mitigation.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Experience:
- Proven professional experience with software patents and claim drafting.
- Strong hands-on expertise in clearance, prosecution, infringement assessment, and invalidity analysis.
Collaboration:
- Effective teamwork with a proactive, knowledge-sharing mindset.
Soft Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Language Requirements
- Japanese: Fluent (required for filings and compliance).
- English: Intermediate to Business level (for international filings and collaboration).
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
- Experience in the fintech sector or financial technologies.
- Prior corporate IP department experience managing patent portfolios.
- Exposure to patent disputes, licensing, negotiations, or litigation.
- Experience establishing or managing a small-scale IP department.
About the Company
Our client is a global technology leader operating over 70 services worldwide, including one of Japan's largest fintech ecosystems. The IPX Section plays a vital role in patent dispute management, operational excellence, and portfolio strategy to support cutting-edge financial innovations and drive long-term business growth.
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Competitive salary with career advancement opportunities.
- Work on high-impact fintech patent strategy with global influence.
- Join a highly experienced and collaborative team.
- Exposure to diverse technologies and industries.
- Contribute directly to the protection of financial technology innovation.
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