Senior Legal Counsel D - F - M - Legal Affairs Intellectual Property H/F - Airbus Defense and Space

Description de l'emploi:YOUR CHANCE- Shaping the Future of Aerospace as Senior Legal Counsel (d/f/m) for Intellectual PropertyLocations: Hamburg, alternatively Toulouse, or Munich (what works best for you?)Work Models: Full-Time, Part-Time, or Job Sharing options availableAt Airbus, we don't just build aircraft - we pioneer sustainable, cutting-edge aviation for a connected world.To power this mission, our Legal Affairs - Intellectual Property (LLI) team is seeking a visionary, commercially minded Senior Legal Counsel (d/f/m) for this key position.In this role, you won't just advise; you will shape the legal and strategic landscape for next-generation technology. Joining a high-performing, international team of legal experts across Toulouse, Hamburg, and Bristol, you will serve as a trusted strategic and operational partner across high-stakes commercial deals, AI governance, IP disputes, and global corporate partnerships.WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOUFlexibility & Work-Life Balance: Customized working time models (including part-time, job sharing, and individual sabbaticals) to suit your life stage.Attractive Compensation: High-tier base salary, performance-related payments, 30 days paid vacation, plus extra time off for personal occasions.Exclusive Perks: Employer-funded pension schemes, employee stock purchase plans, discounted car leasing, and public transport subsidies.Modern Sites & Amenities: Choose between preferably Hamburg (our vibrant civil aircraft hub right on the Elbe river), but Toulouse, or Munich could be an option. Enjoy on-site cafeterias, health care centers, and close-by childcare facilities.Global Career Horizons: Continuous upskilling programs and unparalleled group-wide development prospects across an open, inclusive culture featuring over 140 nationalities.HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAMAs a Senior Legal Counsel (d/f/m), you will be at the forefront of protecting and leveraging Airbus's most valuable intangible assets across their full lifecycle:Strategic & Operational IP & IT Guidance: Act as a key advisor to senior stakeholders across Technology, Engineering, Digital Transformation, and Procurement.High-Stakes Dealmaking: Lead negotiations for complex R&D agreements, software licensing/cloud infrastructure (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS), and strategic corporate partnerships.M&A & Portfolio Strategy: Structure IP transactions, M&A activities, and safeguard our global trademark, copyright, and trade secret portfolios.Pioneering AI Governance: Provide forward-looking legal direction on Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), regulatory trends, and antitrust compliance.Litigation & Risk Management: Direct complex IP disputes in close collaboration with our Litigation team to deliver business-focused outcomes.External Counsel & Internal Mentorship: Manage top-tier external counsel and empower internal teams through standardized legal frameworks and IP awareness sessions across international Multi-Functional Teams (MFTs).If you fulfill all requirements you can expect a yearly gross salary between 107.000 and 129.000€.YOUR BOARDING PASSLegal Excellence: Fully qualified lawyer under German or French law with a strong background in IP/IT law.Proven Track Record:Longstanding professional experience within top-tier international law firms or global industrial enterprises (aerospace or high-tech background is beneficial).Dealmaker & Strategist: Deep expertise in negotiating complex tech transactions, cloud contracts, IP litigation, and M&A support with a pragmatic, solution- and business-oriented mindset.Leadership & Proactive Problem Solver: Strong stakeholder management, negotiation, and cross-functional leadership skills and the ability to anticipate complex issues and thrive under pressure.Master Communicator & Diplomat: Strong communication and diplomatic skills with an authentic approach to collaborating on eye-level across all hierarchy levels.Team Champion: Passionate about fostering team spirit, nurturing an inclusive culture, and empowering cross-functional teams.Aviation Passion & Collaboration: A strong affinity for the aerospace industry and a high drive for active sparring and cross-collaboration with diverse internal stakeholders.Language Skills: Business fluency in English is essential; proficiency in German and/or French is a strong advantage.Not a 100% match with every single requirement?Don't hold back! At Airbus, we value potential, passion, and perspective. We support your continuous professional growth with tailored development solutions.Ready to Make an Impact?Take the next step! Send us your CV along with your notice period and salary expectations through our careers website. Don't miss out-apply now!Cet emploi exige une connaissance des risques de conformité potentiels et un engagement à agir avec intégrité, comme base de la réussite, de la réputation et de la croissance durable de la société.Unité légale:Airbus Operations GmbHType de contrat:CDI-------Niveau d'expérience:Expérimenté(e)Famille d'emplois:Juridique En soumettant votre CV ou votre candidature, vous autorisez Airbus à utiliser et stocker des informations vous concernant à des fins de suivi de votre candidature ou de futurs emplois. Ces informations ne seront utilisées que par Airbus.Airbus s'engage à assurer la diversité de sa main-d'oeuvre et à créer un environnement de travail inclusif. Nous accueillons toutes les candidatures, quels que soient le milieu social et culturel, l'âge, le genre, l'invalidité, l'orientation sexuelle ou les croyances religieuses des postulants.Airbus est depuis toujours attaché à l'égalité des chances pour tous. En tant que tel, nous ne demanderons jamais aucun type d'avance de frais dans le cadre d'un processus de recrutement. Toute usurpation d'identité d'Airbus à cette fin doit être signalée à.Chez Airbus, nous vous aidons à travailler, à vous connecter et à collaborer plus facilement et de manière plus flexible. Dans la mesure du possible, nous favorisons les modalités de travail flexibles pour stimuler la pensée innovante.