Patent Attorney (m/f/d)
Germany / Bayreuth
CYBEX is a company that puts tomorrow’s people at the heart of its brand. Always questioning the status quo and not afraid of challenging the establishment, CYBEX has become not just a leader in child safety but is seen as an innovative lifestyle and fashion brand for parents. We offer car seats, baby carriers, kids furniture and strollers enabling parents to keep their little ones safe in style. After growing rapidly in the last few years, we look for ambitious talent to contribute to CYBEX’s success story.
Your seat to fill
1. Act as a strategic advisor on all aspects of patent law, including German, European, and international utility and design rights
2. Lead the development and execution of global intellectual property strategies aligned with business objectives
3. Drive the identification and protection of high-value innovations in close collaboration with inventors, engineers, and senior leadership
4. Oversee and support in drafting, prosecution, and management of our patent portfolio across multiple jurisdictions
5. Evaluate third-party IP landscapes to guide freedom-to-operate assessments, clearance strategies, and competitive positioning
6. Provide expert legal counsel in patentability, validity, infringement, and enforcement matters, including pre-litigation and litigation support
7. Coordinate and manage communications with external patent attorneys, IP offices, and legal stakeholders to ensure high-quality and timely filings
8. Act as internal go-to expert on IP-related risks and opportunities in cross-functional teams (R&D, Product Management, Legal, Procurement, etc.)
9. Mentor junior IP staff and contribute to the ongoing improvement of IP processes and best practices
Your stroll to CYBEX
10. Fully qualified European or German Patent Attorney
11. Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a comparable technical discipline
12. Minimum 5+ years of professional experience in patent law, including significant in-house or law firm exposure to international patent prosecution and enforcement
13. Expertise in managing complex, cross-border IP matters and aligning IP strategies with broader business goals is a plus
14. High degree of self-motivation, autonomy, and reliability in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment
15. Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with a precise and structured approach to complex matters
16. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
17. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both German and English
18. Proficient in MS Office applications and familiar with patent research tools and databases
CYBEX operates globally and has employees from copious nations. If you are keen to leave your footprint in a swiftly growing business that offers plenty of opportunities to grow both on a professional and individual level, you’ve come to the right place. You’ll have the chance to develop your personal profile in an international environment. As part of Goodbaby International Holdings Ltd., CYBEX is dedicated to creating an inclusive working environment that encompasses diversity and equal opportunities. At CYBEX, we place great importance on our values: Imagination, Belief, Passion, Strength, Respect, and Love. These values shape our company culture and drive us to develop innovative solutions and achieve exceptional results.