IP Legal Counsel

EssilorLuxottica Overview EssilorLuxottica is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses, serving stakeholders in over 150 countries. Join our global community of over 190,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. Your #FutureInSight with EssilorLuxottica Are you willing to pioneer new frontiers, foster inclusivity and collaboration, embrace agility, ignite passion, and make a positive impact on the world? Join us in redefining the boundaries of what’s possible. Your role Reporting to the Senior Legal Counsel, the Legal Counsel will mainly provide support regarding review of product/marketing claims and review/negotiation of marketing contracts related to medical devices, including advice, risk assessment, guidance and support in order to minimize legal risk for the business in respect of the launch of new products or new communication initiatives. Main responsibilities Revising product and marketing claims, and provide initial risk assessments and mitigation proposals under the guidance of the Senior Legal Counsel Ensure compliance of promotional materials with local and international regulations, applying internal guidelines and best practices Collaborate with international legal teams to implement harmonized processes and share updates; revising and negotiating marketing contracts related to medical devices (NDA, Consultancy Agreement) following established templates and instructions Provide legal support to the Senior Legal Counsel on day‑to‑day matters, including research, documentation, and coordination with internal stakeholders Assist in regulatory monitoring and contribute to updating internal compliance tools Main requirements Experience: At least 4-5 years in Intellectual Property international law firms and/or in‑house IP department, with experience in the field of medical devices and well‑known consumer goods Pre‑requisites: solid expertise in intellectual property and advertising laws; medical devices regulation Marketing Claims: Experience in review of marketing claims with a specific focus on regulated areas of advertising (medical claims/contracts with healthcare professionals) Legal Knowledge: Good knowledge of Italian and European laws and practices Contracting: Exposure to international contracting practices Education: Law degree with specialization in Intellectual Property Law and Health Law Collaboration: Ability to work both independently and in a team and collaborate with cross‑functional teams Able to operate at multiple levels including with business clients, external service providers and other stakeholders Organizational Skills: Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously, strong at problem‑solving and critical thinking Communication: Good verbal and written communication and negotiation skills, listening, presentation skills, ability to work and communicate in a diverse global organization Personal skills: humility, proactivity, flexibility Languages: English fluent; French would be a plus Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion commitment We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and provide equal opportunities to all, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that makes us unique. Job Segment Medical Device, Ophthalmic, Product Marketing, Social Media, Advertising, Healthcare, Marketing #J-18808-Ljbffr