Legal Senior - IP & Technology Contracts

ppWithin the bAgorai Innovation Hub /b we are looking for a bLegal Senior – IP Technology Contracts /b. /p pKey responsibilities of the role will include: /p ul liDrafting, reviewing, and negotiating technology and commercial contracts, including software development agreements, technology partnerships, and joint development arrangements. /li liAdvising on intellectual property and industrial property matters, including patents, software protection, trade secrets, and trademarks, ensuring the company’s IP assets are properly identified, registered, and safeguarded. /li liDrafting and negotiating service agreements, joint venture contracts, and partnership frameworks. /li liManaging technology transfer and licensing transactions, both inbound and outbound, covering patent licenses, know-how transfer agreements, and contact research agreements with third party institutions and corporate partners. /li liProviding legal support on AI-related matters, including compliance with the EU AI Act, data governance frameworks, and ethical AI guidelines applicable to the company’s research and development activities. /li liLiaising with external counsels assisting the company. /li liMonitoring legislative and regulatory developments in the fields of intellectual property, AI regulation, data protection, and technology law, proactively advising internal stakeholders on their implications. /li liCollaborating cross-functionally with Technology RD dept, and business development teams to ensure legal compliance and contractual best practices across all technology-related initiatives. /li liSupporting, to the extent necessary, corporate governance activities, including preparation and review of board resolutions, shareholders’ meeting documentation, and corporate filings, in coordination with the Head of Legal Corporate Affairs /li /ul pThe role is based in bTrieste /b and includes a hybrid work model, offering flexibility through remote working days. /p h3Requirements /h3 pOur ideal candidate will meet the following requirements: /p ul liQualified Italian lawyer (Avvocato) with 5–7 years of post-qualification experience (PQE), with expertise in intellectual property law, technology contracts, or a combination of both, gained at a leading law firm and/or in-house legal department, preferably of a technology or innovation-driven company. /li liLaw degree (Laurea Magistrale in Giurisprudenza) from a recognised Italian or European university; an LL.M. or advanced qualification in Intellectual Property, Technology Law, or Innovation Law is a plus. /li liProven expertise in drafting and negotiating technology, software licensing, and IP-related agreements in both Italian and English. /li liSolid knowledge of Italian and EU intellectual property legislation (including the Codice della Proprietà Industriale, EU Patent Package, Software Directive, Trade Secrets Directive) and familiarity with international IP frameworks. /li liGood understanding of AI regulation (EU AI Act), data governance, and GDPR as they relate to technology products and RD activities. /li liExperience with corporate law matters is a valuable plus. /li liFluent Italian and excellent English (written and spoken); knowledge of additional languages is a plus. /li /ul h3Soft Skills /h3 ul liStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to navigate complex, multi-jurisdictional legal issues. /li liExcellent communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical business advice. /li liProactive mindset with a hands-on approach, capable of working autonomously and taking ownership of projects. /li liAdaptability, intellectual curiosity, and a continuous-learning orientation, particularly regarding emerging technologies and evolving regulatory frameworks. /li liTeam player with a collaborative attitude and ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure during peak phases. /li /ul h3What we offer /h3 pWe offer employment at the manager level with the relevant salary, in accordance with the CCNL ANIA for non-executive employees and the Generali Group Company Agreement. /p pGross annual salary ranging between 56K€ and 70K€. The final offer will be aligned with the candidate’s professional experience, technical and soft skills relevant to the role, and may include an individual variable component. /p pWe also offer: /p ul liSmart working and flexible hours /li liCorporate welfare system /li liMeal vouchers /li liSupplementary health insurance and discounted insurance policies /li liWellbeing initiatives /li liTraining and development /li liStructured continuous learning paths (technical and managerial) /li liCareer development programs /li liAccess to learning platforms and internal mobility opportunities /li /ul h3Company Profile /h3 pAgorai Innovation HUB S.p.A. is a pioneering research ecosystem based in Trieste. The company is subject to the direction and coordination of Assicurazioni Generali S.p.A. and is part of the Generali Group. /p pAgorai’s mission is to harness the power of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence to improve quality of life, by building a synergistic ecosystem connecting business, science, and institutions. The company develops AI-specialised software systems, conducts both basic and applied research, grants and obtains IP and technology licenses, and operates an Open Academy for training and knowledge dissemination. /p pAgorai is committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion, and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr