Manager/ Senior Manager Legal

2 months ago

bangalore, India Tejas Networks Full time

About Us:


Tejas Networks is a global broadband, optical and wireless networking company, with a focus on technology, innovation and R&D. We design and manufacture high-performance wireline and wireless networking products for telecommunications service providers, internet service providers, utilities, defence and government entities in over 75 countries. Tejas has an extensive portfolio of leading-edge telecom products for building end-to-end telecom networks based on the latest technologies and global standards with IPR ownership. We are a part of the Tata Group, with Panatone Finvest Ltd. (a subsidiary of Tata Sons Pvt. Ltd.) being the majority shareholder. Tejas has a rich portfolio of patents and has shipped more than 900,000 systems across the globe with an uptime of 99.999%. Our product portfolio encompasses wireless technologies (4G/5G based on 3GPP and O-RAN standards), fiber broadband (GPON/XGS-PON), carrier-grade optical transmission (DWDM/OTN), packet switching and routing (Ethernet, PTN, IP/MPLS) and Direct-to-Mobile and Satellite-IoT communication platforms. Our unified network management suite simplifies network deployments and service implementation across all our products with advanced capabilities for predictive fault detection and resolution. As an R&D-driven company, we recognize that human intelligence is a core asset that drives the organization’s long-term success. Over 60% of our employees are in R&D, we are reshaping telecom networks, one innovation at a time.


Why join Tejas:

We are on a journey to connect the world with some of the most innovative products and solutions in the wireless and wireline optical networking domains. Would you like to be part of this journey and do something truly meaningful? Challenge yourself by working in Tejas’ fast-paced, autonomous learning environment and see your output and contributions become a part of live products worldwide.

At Tejas, you will have the unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, alongside some of the industry’s brightest minds. From 5G to DWDM/ OTN, Switching and Routing, we work on technologies and solutions that create a connected society. Our solutions power over 500 networks across 75+ countries worldwide, and we’re constantly pushing boundaries to achieve more. If you thrive on taking ownership, have a passion for learning and enjoy challenging the status quo, we want to hear from you


Who we are:

Tejas Legal Team provides following legal support to the company:

  • Transaction support: Legal teams help with drafting, reviewing, negotiation and finalization of all types of contracts and advising on day to day compliance requirements.
  • Understanding legislation and regulations: Legal teams help businesses understand how legislation and regulations may impact their business model and operations. They also help businesses understand the legal implications of new products, services, and projects.
  • Litigation: Legal teams handle claim and defense work, risk assessment, and regulatory investigations. They also assist in resolving disputes through negotiation or alternative dispute resolution methods.
  • Intellectual property: Legal teams handle intellectual property work including filing of trademarks, patents, standard essential patents. Manages the entire IP portfolio of the company from start to end.
  • Managing external counsel: Legal teams manage external counsel and control costs.
  • Developing and implementing compliance programs: Legal teams develop and implement compliance programs to ensure the company follows all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.


What you work:

  • Draft and negotiate various IP agreements with external parties.
  • Conduct patentability searches and analyses to assess the novelty and inventiveness of inventions.
  • Draft patent applications in accordance with applicable patent laws and regulations.
  • Prepare responses to office actions and other communications from the Indian Patent Office and international patent offices.
  • Conduct patent validity and infringement analyses.
  • Indepth knowledge on Standard Essential Patents (SEP), SEP negotiations, claim mapping and related works.
  • Advise on patent strategy, including portfolio management and enforcement.
  • Provide legal opinions on patent-related matters, including freedom-to-operate and non-infringement opinions.
  • Assist in patent litigation and dispute resolution proceedings.
  • Independently manage and oversee the IP department, which may include patent attorneys, IP analysts, IP engineers, IP paralegals and business stakeholders.
  • Independently manage the Company's IP portfolio, which could include patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and other forms of IP.
  • Stay updated on developments in patent law and industry trends.
  • Reports to Head of Legal.


Mandatory skills:

  • Bachelor's degree in law from a recognized institution.
  • Registered Patent Agent.
  • Having 10 plus years of exhaustive work experience practicing patent law, preferably in a law firm or corporate setting.
  • Strong understanding of patent laws and regulations.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
  • Proficiency in conducting patent searches using online databases and other resources.
  • Experience with drafting and prosecuting patent applications in various technical fields.


Desired skills:

  • Knowledge of international patent laws and procedures is a plus.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience: 10 to 14 years’ experience from Telecommunication or Networking background.
  • Education: B.Tech/BE (CSE/ECE/EEE/IS) or Law or any other equivalent degree
  • Candidate should be good at Patent law, IPR


Diversity and Inclusion Statement:

  • Tejas Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating all inclusive environment for all employees.
  • We welcome applicants of all backgrounds regardless of race color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or veteran status.
  • Our goal is to build a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve and to ensure every employee feels valued and respected.

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