Litigation Counsel – Global Litigation & Disputes

About the role

The Litigation Counsel will join Nokia’s Global Litigation & Disputes team, reporting to the Global Head of Litigation & Disputes. You will work closely with in‑ and out‑licensing groups on patent matters and collaborate with stakeholders across the organisation.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage litigation projects, especially (F)RAND‑related patent disputes in the UK, Germany, the UPC and India.
• Provide expert legal advice on patent litigation, staying current on legal developments and industry trends.
• Develop and implement cost‑efficient strategies to achieve optimal case outcomes.
• Manage outside‑counsel relationships, control spend and budgets.
• Design and maintain case‑management systems and dashboards for stakeholder reporting.
• Build strong relationships with internal business units and external organisations, regulators and legal community members.
• Collaborate with the broader Legal & Compliance team on IP, regulatory and product‑related issues.

Required profile

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales, business fluent in English.
• Minimum 10 years post‑qualification experience in IP litigation, preferably with (F)RAND issues.
• Extensive experience in trials, pre‑trial, post‑trial, appeals, mediations and arbitrations.
• Proven ability to manage disputes across multiple jurisdictions.
• Strong interest in technology or science and ability to think strategically.

Required skills