Patent Associate

<div><div style='padding 10px 0px;border 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size16px;word-wrap break-word;'><H2 style='font-size 1em; margin 0px'><b>About The Role </b></H2> </div><div><p> </p><p style=margin 0cm; line-height normal; background-color white; font-size 11pt; font-family Calibri, sans-serif;><span style=font-family Arial, sans-serif; color #3b3838;>We are looking for a <strong>Patent Associate</strong> to join our Legal team in Naas! </span></p><p style=margin 0cm; line-height normal; background-color white; font-size 11pt; font-family Calibri, sans-serif;> </p><p style=margin 0cm; line-height normal; background-color white; font-size 11pt; font-family Calibri, sans-serif;> </p><p style=margin 0cm; line-height normal; background-color white; font-size 11pt; font-family Calibri, sans-serif;><span style=font-family Arial, sans-serif; color #3b3838;>The Patent Associate will provide proactive legal support across key intellectual property matters, including invention assessment, patent filings, IP agreements, and representation before Patent Offices. </span><span style=font-family Arial, sans-serif; color #3b3838;>This role works closely with R&D to identify innovations, protect the Group’s patent portfolio, manage external counsel, and support the business through clear guidance, training, and policy development.</span></p><p style=margin 0cm; line-height normal; background-color white; font-size 11pt; font-family Calibri, sans-serif;> </p><p style=margin 0cm; line-height normal; background-color white; font-size 11pt; font-family Calibri, sans-serif;> </p><p style=margin 0cm; line-height normal; background-color white; font-size 11pt; font-family Calibri, sans-serif;><strong><span style=font-family Arial, sans-serif; color #3b3838;> </span></strong></p><p style=margin 0cm; line-height normal; background-color white; font-size 11pt; font-family Calibri, sans-serif;><strong><span style=font-family Arial, sans-serif; color #3b3838;>Kerry operates a Hybrid working policy, candidates will be required to work from our offices in Naas each week.</span></strong></p></div></div><div style='padding 10px 0px;border 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size16px;word-wrap break-word;'><H2 style='font-size 1em; margin 0px'><b>Key Responsibilities</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p><p style=margin 0cm; line-height normal; background-color white; font-size 11pt; font-family Calibri, sans-serif;><span style=font-family Arial, sans-serif; color #3b3838;>In this role you will proactively providing legal advice related to</span></p><p style=margin 0cm; line-height normal; background-color white; font-size 11pt; font-family Calibri, sans-serif;> </p><ul style=margin-bottom 0cm; margin-top 0px;><li style=margin 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height normal; background-color white; font-size 11pt; font-family Calibri, sans-serif;><span style=font-family Arial, sans-serif; color #3b3838;>Invention evaluation</span></li><li style=margin 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height normal; background-color white; font-size 11pt; font-family Calibri, sans-serif;><span style=font-family Arial, sans-serif; color #3b3838;>European and foreign patent application preparation and prosecution</span></li><li style=margin 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height normal; background-color white; font-size 11pt; font-family Calibri, sans-serif;><span style=font-family Arial, sans-serif; color #3b3838;>Innovation license review, drafting, and negotiation, IP-related contracts review and negotiation</span></li><li style=margin 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height normal; background-color white; font-size 11pt; font-family Calibri, sans-serif;><span style=font-family Arial, sans-serif; color #3b3838;>Representing the Group before Patent Offices</span></li><li style=margin 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height normal; background-color white; font-size 11pt; font-family Calibri, sans-serif;><span style=font-family Arial, sans-serif; color #3b3838;>Conduct Technical, scientific & Legal research</span></li><li style=margin 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height normal; background-color white; font-size 11pt; font-family Calibri, sans-serif;><span style=font-family Arial, sans-serif; color #3b3838;>Explain, clarify & simplify complex technical information</span></li><li style=margin 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height normal; background-color white; font-size 11pt; font-family Calibri, sans-serif;><span style=font-family Arial, sans-serif; color #3b3838;>Monitor R&D development activities for the identification of inventions and potential external claims</span></li><li style=margin 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height normal; background-color white; font-size 11pt; font-family Calibri, sans-serif;><span style=font-family Arial, sans-serif; color #3b3838;>Provide protection for the Group’s patent portfolio by enforcing any contractual obligations</span></li><li style=margin 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height normal; background-color white; font-size 11pt; font-family Calibri, sans-serif;><span style=font-family Arial, sans-serif; color #3b3838;>Management of relationships with outside counsels</span></li><li style=margin 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; line-height normal; background-color white; font-size 11pt; font-family Calibri, sans-serif;><span style=font-family Arial, sans-serif; color #3b3838;>Delivering critical communications and training, and developing policies and procedures</span></li></ul></div></div><div style='padding 10px 0px;border 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size16px;word-wrap break-word;'><H2 style='font-size 1em; margin 0px'><b>Qualifications & Skills </b></H2> </div><div><p> </p><ul style=margin-bottom 0cm; margin-top 0px;><li style=margin-right 0cm; font-size 12pt; font-family 'Times New Roman', serif; margin-left 0px;><span style=font-size 11.0pt; font-family Arial, sans-serif; color #3b3838;>Qualified Patent Attorney with a Bachelor’s degree in science (essential) Master or PhD in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, (Molecular) Biology, Chemistry, or comparable education and experience (preferably)</span></li><li style=margin-right 0cm; font-size 12pt; font-family 'Times New Roman', serif; margin-left 0px;><span style=font-size 11.0pt; font-family Arial, sans-serif; color #3b3838;>5+ years legal experience managing and defending patent matters inhouse or in an IP firm. </span></li><li style=margin-right 0cm; font-size 12pt; font-family 'Times New Roman', serif; margin-left 0px;><span style=font-size 11.0pt; font-family Arial, sans-serif; color #3b3838;>Outstanding communication skills with the ability to simplify complex information.</span></li><li style=margin-right 0cm; font-size 12pt; font-family 'Times New Roman', serif; margin-left 0px;><span style=font-size 11.0pt; font-family Arial, sans-serif; color #3b3838;>Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and research skills.</span></li><li style=margin-right 0cm; font-size 12pt; font-family 'Times New Roman', serif; margin-left 0px;><span style=font-size 11.0pt; font-family Arial, sans-serif; color #3b3838;>Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.</span></li><li style=margin-right 0cm; font-size 12pt; font-family 'Times New Roman', serif; margin-left 0px;><span style=font-size 11.0pt; font-family Arial, sans-serif; color #3b3838;>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</span></li></ul></div></div><div style='padding 10px 0px;border 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size16px;word-wrap break-word;'><H2 style='font-size 1em; margin 0px'><b>About Kerry</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p><p style=line-height normal; background-color white; margin 0cm 0cm 8pt; font-size 11pt; font-family Calibri, sans-serif;><span style=font-family Arial, sans-serif; color #3b3838;>Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. </span><span style=font-size 11.0pt; line-height 107%; font-family Arial, sans-serif; color #3b3838;>Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment</span></p></div></div><div style='padding 10px 0px;border 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size16px;word-wrap break-word;'><H2 style='font-size 1em; margin 0px'><b>Get in touch today!</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p><p style=margin 0cm 0cm 8pt; line-height 107%; font-size 11pt; font-family Calibri, sans-serif;><span style=font-family Arial, sans-serif; color #3b3838;>In Kerry we benefit from the knowledge of our colleagues who bring a diverse range of cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles, and experiences. One team fostering an inclusive culture that, above all, inspires food and nourishes life. One culture where everyone brings their unique perspectives and experiences to help make us better, together. We are committed to nurturing an environment of positivity and inclusiveness, where everyone can be at their best, both personally and professionally.</span></p><p style=margin 0cm 0cm 8pt; line-height 107%; font-size 11pt; font-family Calibri, sans-serif;> </p><p style=margin 0cm 0cm 8pt; line-height 107%; font-size 11pt; font-family Calibri, sans-serif;><span style=font-family Arial, sans-serif; color #3b3838;>Our recruitment, selection and assessment process are based on the skills and competencies of the specific roles and based entirely on merit.  We are committed to and value Diversity and Inclusion in all recruitment processes within Kerry and do not discriminate based on gender, race, class, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, political beliefs, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic.</span></p></div></div></div>