Intellectual Property Expert (f/m/x)

Intellectual Property Expert (f/m/x) Locations: Vienna Head Office; Germany; Poland; or another Mondi location (remote working) Maternity cover contract with the possibility of extension Your Mission As part of our Intellectual Property team within Flexible Packaging, you will help protect and strengthen Mondi's innovation portfolio while supporting our long-term business strategy. You will play a key role in securing our freedom to operate, safeguarding sustainable packaging innovations, and supporting our R&D teams with valuable market and technology insights. Your responsibilities will include: Identifying patent opportunities and supporting the drafting of patent applications and filing strategies Conducting prior art and patentability searches Reviewing search results provided by external partners and monitoring third-party intellectual property rights Tracking competitor activities and preparing competitor and technology analyses Supporting patent oppositions and other patent-related legal proceedings through technical documentation and research Managing patent-related administration, including legal status checks, deadline monitoring, and annual fee management Collaborating closely with R&D and business stakeholders to support innovation projects and IP strategy development Your Profile Master's degree in Organic Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Material Science, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline PhD is considered an advantage Minimum 5 years of professional experience in Intellectual Property, patents, innovation management, or a related field Strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail Structured, proactive, and well-organized approach to work Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear and actionable insights Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Fluent German and English language skills, both written and spoken Willingness to travel occasionally within Austria and Europe Our Offer A highly visible role supporting innovation and intellectual property strategy within a global leader in sustainable packaging Opportunity to work at the intersection of science, innovation, and business strategy Immediate start available Location flexibility: Vienna Head Office; Germany; Poland; remote working, or another Mondi location Full-time position Maternity cover contract with the possibility of extension Fully remote working option available International, collaborative, and innovation-driven working environment Opportunities for professional growth and exposure to cutting-edge packaging technologies Benefits: Learning & Development Get in touch: We strive to create a culture that inspires our people to reach their full potential. Going the extra mile – for colleagues and customers – our people drive our passion for performance and are the key ingredient of Mondi’s success. Be part of our future. Should you need further information, please contact Veronica More via email. Do you want to know more about Mondi? We are a global leader in packaging and paper, contributing to a better world through innovative solutions that are sustainable by design. Our global team of 24,000 people works across 100 production sites in more than 30 countries. Our strength lies in our diversity. We are dedicated to creating a team that reflects the diversity of the world we operate in. We encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups, including women, visible minorities, LGBTQI+ individuals, and people with disabilities. Even if you don't meet all the listed qualifications, we still want to hear from you. We believe in your potential and are committed to supporting you as you grow and learn at Mondi. If you need any accommodations during the recruitment process, please reach out to the contact person listed above. Only CVs uploaded onto our online career platform will be taken into consideration. With your application, you will be redirected to our recruiting platform. After creating an account, you will receive an activation link. If you do not find the email in your inbox, please check your spam folder or add the address [email protected] “safe list” or address book. Awards: