Job Opportunity: Legal IP & Litigation Role at Ingenico (Full-Time, France)

About the Organisation

Ingenico is a global leader in payment acceptance solutions with more than four decades of experience in building secure, innovative and trusted payment technologies. The company partners with merchants, banks, acquirers, fintechs and ISVs across the world, offering world-class terminals, software and services. With a strong focus on innovation, trust and sustainability, Ingenico operates at the intersection of technology, compliance and intellectual property.

Eligibility

Candidates must meet the following criteria:

Advanced legal qualification (Master 2 or equivalent) with a specialisation in Intellectual Property Law
Minimum 5 years of proven experience in litigation, ideally in a technology, fintech or patent-heavy environment, or at the Bar
Strong understanding of Standard Essential Patents (SEPs) and FRAND licensing frameworks
Excellent communication, negotiation and legal drafting skills
High level of legal rigour, ability to structure complex positions and drive negotiations assertively
Proficiency in legal English is essential; knowledge of an additional language is an advantage

Roles and Responsibilities

The position focuses on the strategic protection and management of Ingenico’s technological assets, including trademarks, patents, domain names and software. Key responsibilities include:

Managing domestic and international trademark portfolios, including coordination with external IP counsel for filings, renewals and administrative procedures
Safeguarding domain names and managing related disputes
Providing IP support across the organisation, including drafting and negotiating licensing contracts and IP clauses
Leading litigation and pre-litigation strategies
Driving SEP licensing negotiations in line with FRAND principles
Monitoring legal and regulatory developments in IP law
Collaborating with internal teams (legal, R&D, compliance, public affairs) to anticipate risks and ensure alignment on IP strategy
Contributing to lobbying and policy efforts before European and national institutions (EUIPO, EPO, European Commission, Parliament, Council, etc.)