Chief IP Counsel

IQVIA • Austin, TX • 8h ago

The Chief Intellectual Property Counsel will maintain, develop and implement IQVIA's strategy to protect, defend and capture the value of its intellectual property. This position will be responsible for leading the IP legal team (internal and external) and supporting IQVIA's regional legal teams in their day-to-day legal work across all of the company's global operations and working with the executive team and senior leaders around the world to ensure identification and protection of intellectual property. The position reports to the Senior Vice President, Legal.

Key Responsibilities:

· Maintain, develop and implement IQVIA's strategy to protect, defend and capture the value of its intellectual property;

· Lead the IP legal team (internal and external) and support regional legal teams in their day-to-day legal work across all of the Company's global operations;

· Work with the executive team and senior leaders around the world to ensure identification and protection of intellectual property that enhances competitive differentiation and protects IQVIA's substantial investments in technology, analytics, methodologies and other forms of intellectual property;

· Assist with IP agreements, information governance / compliance, data loss prevention, data governance, Open Source Software, prosecution management, trade secret protection, M&A work, counseling, dispute resolution and law firm selection and management;

· Oversee legal activities relating to the development and management of IQVIA's patent and trademark portfolios;

· Design and implement efficient and effective ways for employees to protect IQVIA's intellectual property and respect the intellectual property of others;

· Apply systems thinking to work with cross-functional teams to embed intellectual property protection in existing business processes in order to create organizational capability, enabling employees across the enterprise to properly manage intellectual property;

· Consider ways to use technology-enabled business processes to produce metrics and dashboards to proactively assess IP management performance throughout the Company; and

· Develop education programs (to socialize concepts) and training programs (to change behaviors) to enhance employee handling of intellectual property.

Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelor's degree and JD degree from an accredited school required;

Minimum 12 years of experience as an intellectual property attorney;

Admission to practice before the U.S. Patent Office preferred;

Experience with information technology, big data, analytics and secondary uses of healthcare data preferred;

Success building and implementing effective intellectual property programs;

Ability to travel from time to time;

Effective leader;

Recognized by colleagues for integrity and reliability;

Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong listening skills;

Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work collaboratively and influence others, ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of an organization;

Self-starter, able to move initiatives forward to completion and achieve objectives;

Ability to exercise good independent judgment, and effectively manage multiple priorities in a timely manner;

Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills, ability to understand complex topics and identify the critical issues in a timely manner;

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail;

Strong work ethic and ability to produce high quality work in a timely manner;

Driven by intellectual curiosity and an eagerness to learn; and

Positive, "can-do" attitude.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law. https://jobs.iqvia.com/eoe

The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $139,800.00 - $389,300.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments. Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.

To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.

EEO Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled

IQVIA

Go to Apply

Share this job

Similar Jobs

Legal Counsel - Apple Financial Services

Apple • Austin, TX • 8h ago

Legal & Paralegal

Legal Counsel - Apple Financial Services Austin, Texas, United States Corporate Functions Summary Posted: Jul 07, 2025 Weekly Hours: 40 Role Number: 200611026 Imagine what you could do here! At Apple, new ideas have a wa...

8h ago

Go to Apply

Legal Services for Students Attorney

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN • Austin, TX • 2d ago

Legal & Paralegal

Direct Service:Meet with students for counseling and problem-solving of legal matters, provide resources and assistance with document preparation, and referral to outside attorneys when appropriate.Outreach:Conduct outre...

2d ago

Go to Apply

OAG - Opinions | Assistant Attorney General III-IV | 25-0630

ATTORNEY GENERAL OF TEXAS • Austin, TX • 2d ago

Legal & Paralegal

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting in the CAPPS Career Section: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00050904 You may apply to the job directly through the...

2d ago

Go to Apply

GAAP - Contract Specialist II-III (Amended)

STATE COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS • Austin, TX • 2d ago

Legal & Paralegal

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting in the CAPPS Career Section: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00050924 You may apply to the job directly through the...

2d ago

Go to Apply

TDA - Finance - Procurement amp; Contract Operations Specialist (HUB Specialist) (57951)

TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE • Austin, TX • 3d ago

Legal & Paralegal

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting in the CAPPS Career Section: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00050919 You may apply to the job directly through the...

3d ago

Go to Apply

OAG - Solicitor General | Legal Secretary III-IV | 25-0624

ATTORNEY GENERAL OF TEXAS • Austin, TX • 5d ago

Legal & Paralegal

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting in the CAPPS Career Section: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00050871 You may apply to the job directly through the...

5d ago

Go to Apply

OAG - General Litigation | Legal Assistant III-IV | 25-0618

ATTORNEY GENERAL OF TEXAS • Austin, TX • 6d ago

Legal & Paralegal

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting in the CAPPS Career Section: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00050827 You may apply to the job directly through the...

6d ago

Go to Apply

OAG - General Litigation | Legal Assistant III-IV | 25-0625

ATTORNEY GENERAL OF TEXAS • Austin, TX • 6d ago

Legal & Paralegal

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting in the CAPPS Career Section: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00050851 You may apply to the job directly through the...

6d ago

Go to Apply

OAG - Special Litigation | Assistant Attorney General IV | 25-0375

ATTORNEY GENERAL OF TEXAS • Austin, TX • 6d ago

Legal & Paralegal

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting in the CAPPS Career Section: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00050822 You may apply to the job directly through the...

6d ago

Go to Apply

SOS Attorney IV (JP25-055)

SECRETARY OF STATE • Austin, TX • 6d ago

Legal & Paralegal

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting in the CAPPS Career Section: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00050869 You may apply to the job directly through the...

6d ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.