Vice President, Patent Litigation & Strategy

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox CorporationUnder the FOX banner, we produce and distribute content through some of the world’s leading and most valued brands, including: FOX News Media, FOX Sports, FOX Entertainment, FOX Television Stations and Tubi Media Group. We empower a diverse range of creators to imagine and develop culturally significant content, while building an organization that thrives on creative ideas, operational expertise and strategic thinking.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Vice President, Patent Litigation & Strategy is a senior-level executive responsible for leading the company’s patent strategy, with particular emphasis on managing patent prosecution, patent litigation, enforcement, risk management, and licensing. This role oversees the strategic development, protection, monetization, and defense of the organization’s patent assets to ensure alignment with business objectives.

Reporting to the Senior Vice President, IP and Litigation, the Vice President partners closely with senior business leadership, technology, and product teams to align patent strategy with innovation and growth initiatives. The role exists to safeguard the company’s technological assets, maximize the value of the patent portfolio, negotiate and structure strategic licensing arrangements, and manage complex patent disputes and pre‑litigation matters.

Ultimately, the Vice President is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive, business‑driven patent strategy that enhances enterprise value while managing legal, operational, and financial risk.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Patent Litigation and Enforcement

Develop and lead strategy for offensive and defensive patent litigation matters in coordination with internal stakeholders and outside counsel

Manage all aspects of patent disputes, including pre‑suit negotiations, discovery oversight, expert development, motion practice, trial preparation, and, if applicable, settlement negotiations

Manage responses to infringement allegations, including risk analysis, non‑infringement and invalidity strategies, and business mitigation plans

Licensing and Commercial Transactions

Lead complex patent‑related licensing negotiations and dispute‑driven, if applicable

Provide IP diligence and strategic input in mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and investments

Develop monetization strategies for patent assets, including licensing programs

Advise on patent‑related provisions, indemnities, and risk allocation in commercial agreements

Patent Strategy and Portfolio Management

Develop and implement a comprehensive patent strategy aligned with the company’s business objectives and technology roadmap

Manage and optimize the company’s patent portfolio to ensure cost efficiency and strategic value

Formalize processes for harvesting with engineering, R&D, and product teams

Patent Prosecution

Direct all aspects of domestic and international patent prosecution, including oversight of outside counsel and foreign associates

Review and approve patent applications, office action responses, appeals, and related filings

Develop strategies for navigating complex prosecution issues, including subject matter eligibility, prior art challenges, and patent office proceedings

Manage post‑grant proceedings, including inter partes reviews (IPR), oppositions, reexaminations, and similar actions globally

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school

10+ years of patent litigation and/or complex patent licensing matters

Significant experience managing high‑stakes patent disputes, including strategic decision‑making regarding trial, settlement, and pre‑litigation resolution

Deep experience as first or second chair in complex patent litigation matters at a major law firm or significant in‑house experience at a technology‑driven company with patent litigation, licensing, and portfolio management programs

High ethical standards and professionalism

Strong initiative and a self‑starter attitude

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to travel as required for business meetings, conferences, site visits, and other professional obligations, both domestically and internationally

NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER

USPTO registration

Prior in‑house experience at a leading technology company

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $247, ,000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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Worksite address

los angeles, CA, 90079, US

Who can apply

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