Position
Senior Counsel, Patent Litigation, Global Legal Pharma – based at Roche’s Headquarters in Basel, Switzerland. Reports to Senior Director of Global Patent Litigation. A high‑impact role with significant visibility across the business, leading and supporting patent litigation matters globally with emphasis on ex‑US matters. Opportunity
Manage and coordinate an active and varied caseload of court proceedings relating to patent infringement, validity and revocation proceedings globally, with emphasis on ex‑US jurisdictions. Partner as a team with highly experienced patent attorneys in the management of such proceedings. Serve as a thought leader for the litigation practice group and patent group on issues including global patent litigation strategy. Partner closely with senior business clients and legal/patent department colleagues to advise on a range of strategic issues while using a practical and business‑minded approach. Develop strategies to mitigate or resolve regional, national and international patent disputes, including negotiating license agreements and settlements. Advise on patent strategy across multiple jurisdictions, contributing to an aligned global patent litigation strategy. Partner with Group Patents to work closely with R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing, Finance and other business units. Manage outside counsel across Europe and in other jurisdictions outside the United States. Work across cultures and time zones, with teammates in Basel and South San Francisco; travel worldwide as needed to manage and resolve disputes. Qualifications
Qualified attorney‑at‑law (e.g., Rechtsanwalt, avocat) in at least one European jurisdiction (or equivalent); additional qualifications (e.g., European Patent Attorney, German Patentanwalt, UK Solicitor/Barrister) are a strong plus. Minimum 7–10+ years of experience in patent litigation, with significant experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences matters. Deep familiarity with European patent litigation practice, including proceedings in Germany, the UK, the Netherlands, and/or other major jurisdictions. Experience in Unified Patent Court (UPC) strategy and rules of procedure. Familiar with SPC law, data/market exclusivity, and regulatory linkage in Europe. Expertise in coordinating complex, multi‑jurisdictional patent litigation. Strong analytical, written, and oral communication skills in English; proficiency in additional European languages (e.g., German, French, Dutch) is desirable. Creative problem‑solver with a business mindset. Knowledgeable and committed to deploying emerging AI‑enabled technologies to increase productivity, speed and efficiency in litigation management. A degree (undergraduate or graduate) in a biological science or chemistry preferred but not required. Equal Opportunity
Roche is an Equal‑Opportunity Employer.
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Senior Counsel, Patent Litigation, Global Legal Pharma – based at Roche’s Headquarters in Basel, Switzerland. Reports to Senior Director of Global Patent Litigation. A high‑impact role with significant visibility across the business, leading and supporting patent litigation matters globally with emphasis on ex‑US matters. Opportunity
Manage and coordinate an active and varied caseload of court proceedings relating to patent infringement, validity and revocation proceedings globally, with emphasis on ex‑US jurisdictions. Partner as a team with highly experienced patent attorneys in the management of such proceedings. Serve as a thought leader for the litigation practice group and patent group on issues including global patent litigation strategy. Partner closely with senior business clients and legal/patent department colleagues to advise on a range of strategic issues while using a practical and business‑minded approach. Develop strategies to mitigate or resolve regional, national and international patent disputes, including negotiating license agreements and settlements. Advise on patent strategy across multiple jurisdictions, contributing to an aligned global patent litigation strategy. Partner with Group Patents to work closely with R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing, Finance and other business units. Manage outside counsel across Europe and in other jurisdictions outside the United States. Work across cultures and time zones, with teammates in Basel and South San Francisco; travel worldwide as needed to manage and resolve disputes. Qualifications
Qualified attorney‑at‑law (e.g., Rechtsanwalt, avocat) in at least one European jurisdiction (or equivalent); additional qualifications (e.g., European Patent Attorney, German Patentanwalt, UK Solicitor/Barrister) are a strong plus. Minimum 7–10+ years of experience in patent litigation, with significant experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences matters. Deep familiarity with European patent litigation practice, including proceedings in Germany, the UK, the Netherlands, and/or other major jurisdictions. Experience in Unified Patent Court (UPC) strategy and rules of procedure. Familiar with SPC law, data/market exclusivity, and regulatory linkage in Europe. Expertise in coordinating complex, multi‑jurisdictional patent litigation. Strong analytical, written, and oral communication skills in English; proficiency in additional European languages (e.g., German, French, Dutch) is desirable. Creative problem‑solver with a business mindset. Knowledgeable and committed to deploying emerging AI‑enabled technologies to increase productivity, speed and efficiency in litigation management. A degree (undergraduate or graduate) in a biological science or chemistry preferred but not required. Equal Opportunity
Roche is an Equal‑Opportunity Employer.
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