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We’re looking for an Intellectual Property Counsel to join our Central Legal team.</text>
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<title>About us</title>
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With over 200 million customers in 50+ countries, Bolt is one of the fastest-growing tech companies in Europe and Africa. And it's all thanks to our people.
We believe in creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcome, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or disability.
Our ultimate goal is to make cities for people, not cars, and we need your help to achieve this mission!
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<title>About the role</title>
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As an Intellectual Property Counsel, you will act as the primary advisor on all IP matters at Bolt. You will take ownership of Bolt’s global IP portfolio across 40+ markets, ensuring our brand, technology, and innovations are protected and support business growth. You’ll work at the intersection of legal, product, and strategy, partnering closely with teams across the business
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- <point>Act as the primary legal advisor on all IP matters across Bolt, supporting business strategy, product development, and legal compliance.</point>
- <point>Develop and implement Bolt’s IP strategy aligned with commercial, product, and expansion objectives.</point>
- <point>Manage and develop the global IP portfolio, including trademarks, domains, copyrights, and trade secrets.</point>
- <point>Lead and coordinate global IP filings, renewals, oppositions, and enforcement actions with external counsel.</point>
- <point>Draft, review, and negotiate IP-related provisions across commercial, technology, supplier, and partnership agreements.</point>
- <point>Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to provide proactive IP advice, identify risks and opportunities, and support scalable frameworks, policies, and governance.</point>
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<title>About you:</title>
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- <point>You are a qualified lawyer with a law degree from an EU university.</point>
- <point>You have proven experience in intellectual property law within international environments.</point>
- <point>You have experience managing trademark portfolios and IP disputes.</point>
- <point>You bring strong commercial judgement and can balance legal risk with business needs.</point>
- <point>You are confident working cross-functionally and communicate effectively.</point>
- <point>You are fluent in English and take a proactive, solution-oriented approach.</point>
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Experience is great, but what we really look for is drive, intelligence, and integrity. So even if you don’t tick every box, please consider applying if you feel you’re the kind of person described above!
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<title>Why you’ll love it here:</title>
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- <point>Play a direct role in shaping the future of mobility.</point>
- <point>Impact millions of customers and partners in 600+ cities across 50+ countries.</point>
- <point>Work in fast-moving autonomous teams with some of the smartest people in the world.</point>
- <point>Accelerate your professional growth with unique career opportunities.</point>
- <point>Get a rewarding salary and stock option package that lets you focus on doing your best work.</point>
- <point>Enjoy the flexibility of working in a hybrid mode with a minimum of 2 days in the office each week to foster strong connections and teamwork.</point>
- <point>Take care of your physical and mental health with our wellness perks.</point>
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<text>*Some perks may differ depending on your location and role.</text>
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