Legal Counsel - Intellectual Property and Technology

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STMicroelectronics seeks a Legal Counsel for Intellectual Property and Technology to join our Geneva team onsite, full time. You will manage, negotiate, draft and oversee commercial and technology agreements including cloud services, data hosting, IT outsourcing, software licensing, development and information management, while advising on IP and IT sourcing and mitigating risks within ST’s tolerance. The ideal candidate has a Master’s in IP or technology law from an EU state or Switzerland, 5+ years in an international setting, a strong IP/IT and procurement background, excellent negotiation and stakeholder skills, business English, and French or Italian a plus. Tips: emphasize cloud and software licensing work, cross-border deals, and proactive risk management; demonstrate collaboration, adaptability, and practical advice; cite AI prompting basics and MS Office; highlight DEI alignment. Apply at st.com/careers.

OUR STORY

At STMicroelectronics, we believe in the power of technology to drive innovation and make a positive impact on people, businesses, and society. As a global semiconductor company, our advanced technologies and chips form the hidden foundation of the world we live in today.

When you join ST, you will be part of a global business with more than 115 nationalities, present in 40 countries, and comprising over 50,000 diverse and dedicated creators and makers of technology around the world.

Developing technologies takes more than talent: it takes amazing people who understand collaboration and respect. People with passion and the desire to disrupt the status quo,  drive innovation, and unlock their own potential. 

Embark on a journey with us, where you can innovate for a future that we want to make smarter and greener, in a responsible and sustainable way. Our technology starts with you.

YOUR ROLE 

• Manage, negotiate, draft and oversee a variety of leading-edge commercial and technology agreements, including agreements related to cloud service providers and data/services hosted by third parties, IT outsourcing and procurement, software licensing, software development, licensing agreements, information management, and data analytics
• Serve as legal advisor on certain aspects of IP sourcing and IT sourcing, hosting, and subscription based service agreements, software license agreements
• Identify legal risks and design strategies and plans to mitigate and prevent legal risks consistent with ST’s risk tolerance
• Review agreements and documents and continuously seek ways to improve forms, processes, or systems involved, and advise on routine policy/procedural improvements
• Provide legal consulting on business issues for the supported groups and divisions within ST; provide practical advice in response to rapidly changing conditions
• Maintain up-to-date records of IT contracts, and foresee and take active steps to help advise on ways to mitigate potential post-closing liabilities 

YOUR SKILLS & EXPERIENCES

• Master’s degree in IP law, technology law, or a related field from an EU Member State or Switzerland
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an international environment, in a law firm or in-house
• Strong background in IP/IT law, commercial contracts, and/or procurement
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel
• Basic AI prompting skills for legal work
• Strong communication and adaptability in an international environment
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Business-level English required
• French and/or Italian is a strong plus

ST is proud to be one of the 17 companies certified as a 2025 Global Top Employer and the first and only semiconductor company to achieve this distinction. ST was recognized in this ranking thanks to its continuous improvement approach and stands out particularly in the areas of ethics & integrity, purpose & values, organization & change, business strategy, and performance.

At ST, we endeavor to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we do not tolerate discrimination. We aim to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that reflects the societies around us. We strive for equity in career development, career opportunities, and equal remuneration. We encourage candidates who may not meet every single requirement to apply, as we appreciate diverse perspectives and provide opportunities for growth and learning. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is woven into our company culture. 

To discover more, visit st.com/careers.