Intellectual Property (IP) Legal Intern at Ledger

Founded in 2014, Ledger is the global platform for digital assets and Web3. Over 20% of the world’s crypto assets are secured through our Ledger Nanos. Headquartered in Paris and Vierzon, with offices in the UK, US, Switzerland and Singapore, Ledger has a team of more than 600 professionals developing a variety of products and services to enable individuals and companies to securely buy, store, swap, grow and manage crypto assets – including the Ledger hardware wallets line with more than 5 millions units already sold in 180 countries.

At Ledger, we embody the values that make us unique: Pragmatism, Audacity, Commitment, Trust and Transparency.

We’re making the world of digital assets accessible and secure for everyone. Join the mission. Founded in 2014, Ledger is the global platform for digital assets and Web3. Over 25% of the world’s crypto assets are secured through our Ledger Nano devices. Headquartered in Paris and Vierzon, with offices in the UK, US, Switzerland and Singapore, Ledger has a team of almost 1000 professionals developing a variety of products and services to enable individuals and companies to securely buy, store, swap, grow and manage crypto assets – including the Ledger hardware wallets line with more than 6,5 millions units already sold in 180 countries. At Ledger, we embody the values that make us unique: Pragmatism, Audacity, Commitment, Trust and Transparency. Have a look at our Origins video here.In this role, under the supervision of our Head of IP, you will have the opportunity to join our dynamic Ledger Legal Team and experience an in-house legal environment in a diverse and fast-moving high technology-focused environment. You will be supporting Ledger’s business across a broad range of areas.

Your main responsibilities will be to:

• Assist on the management of Ledger’s IP portfolio (trademarks, patents, product design, domain names, know-how…)
• Support key projects and assist on the protection and launch of new products and services
• Draft and negotiate with the Commercial Legal Team different contracts across a broad range of areas including procurement, IP licensing and marketing Perform legal research tasks
• Assist on disputes and contentious matters; including brand protection (takedown of phishing websites and fake social media accounts)
Depending on the Ledger business needs, you will be prepared to jump in and support across a wide range of IP areas (AI, Open source, specific Web3 issues) in an industry that is fast-paced and constantly evolving.

What we are looking for:

• You are a trainee lawyer and / or have a DJCE / Master II (BAC+5) in IP law or new technologies law.
• You already have previous meaningful internship experience in IP law.
• Technical or engineer background is a plus.
• You have excellent written and verbal communication, drafting and presentation skills in English, allowing you to interact with international teams and to work on matters in English. Your French is operational (B2 level).
• You are very rigorous, pragmatic, proactive, resilient, flexible and able to prioritize matters.
• You have some knowledge of blockchain technology and Web3 or are keen on learning about the space.
• Position located in : Paris (02) France. 
• Contract type : Internship : 6 months
• Starting month : ASAP