Lead Lenovo’s SEP strategy from Chicago or Morrisville, applying patent expertise across cellular and Wi‑Fi standards with global teams.

This senior counsel role manages SEP portfolio growth, legal strategy, and operational execution for Lenovo’s wireless innovations. You will guide SEP Portfolio Managers and Paralegals while reviewing outside counsel work. The position also supports patent transactions, litigation preparation, and portfolio analysis.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with wireless researchers on cellular and Wi‑Fi SEP portfolios

Lead, coach, and develop global SEP teams

Review outside counsel drafts and proposed patent strategies

Develop and verify claim charts using technical specifications





Prepare SEPs for litigation and support patent transactions

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering or related disciplines

Patent Agent or Attorney qualification in the United States, China, or Europe

Deep knowledge of worldwide software and standards patenting practices

10+ years of patent preparation, prosecution, and management experience

Solid leadership, communication, organizational, and analytical skills

Shape Lenovo’s cellular and Wi‑Fi SEP portfolio through legal leadership, technical analysis, and global team development.

📌 Senior SEP Intellectual Property Counsel (Winnipeg)
🏢 Lenovo Group
📍 Winnipeg