Patent Director

• Lead and shape a premier patent practice in Indonesia.
• Strategic leadership role with regional client exposure

About Our Client

Our client is a leading international intellectual property firm with a long-standing presence across the Asia-Pacific region. The firm advises global corporations, innovative technology companies, research institutions, and emerging businesses on intellectual property strategy, protection, and commercialization, offering deep expertise across patents, trademarks, and related advisory services.

Job Description

Reporting into the regional leadership team, the Patent Director will be responsible for driving the growth and development of the firm's patent practice in Indonesia.Key responsibilities include:

• Leading patent prosecution, drafting, filing, and portfolio management matters for local and multinational clients.
• Advising clients on patentability, freedom-to-operate, infringement, validity, and strategic IP protection issues.
• Managing and mentoring a team of patent attorneys and technical professionals.
• Developing client relationships and serving as a trusted advisor to key stakeholders.
• Collaborating with regional offices on cross-border patent matters and multinational filing strategies.
• Supporting business development initiatives, client pitches, and thought leadership activities.
• Monitoring regulatory and industry developments to provide commercially relevant advice to clients.
• Contributing to the strategic direction and growth of the Indonesia patent practice.

The Successful Applicant

• Qualified Patent Attorney with the right to practice in Indonesia.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 10-15 years of experience in patent prosecution, advisory, and portfolio management.
• Proven track record leading and developing high-performing technical or legal teams.
• Strong understanding of Indonesian and international patent frameworks.
• Experience advising multinational corporations and managing sophisticated patent portfolios.
• Commercially minded with demonstrated business development and client management capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Bahasa Indonesia and English.
• Strong stakeholder management, leadership, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to navigate complex technical concepts and translate them into practical business solution.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to lead a market-recognized patent practice with an international platform.
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of multinational, technology, life sciences, and industrial clients.
• Regional collaboration and involvement in cross-border intellectual property matters.
• Leadership responsibility with significant influence on business strategy and growth.
• Competitive executive-level remuneration package and performance incentives.
• A collegial, professional, and highly respected intellectual property environment.

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