Senior Intellectual Property Advisor

Care to make a Difference

Join a team of good people doing good work with intent. People like you, who care to make a difference.

Location: Highbrook, Auckland (Free onsite parking)

About Fisher & Paykel Healthcare

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and marketing of innovative healthcare solutions used in hospitals and homes around the world. Since 1969, our products have helped improve patient care and outcomes — and our people remain at the heart of that mission.

About the role:

Enjoy a broad and dynamic IP role with end‑to‑end responsibility for a designated product group. You’ll work directly with technical teams and be immersed in the latest technologies. This cross‑functional position offers autonomy and room to grow — setting it apart from typical in‑house roles.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Freedom to Operate assessments for new designs
• IP protection strategies for new products and technologies
• Patent prosecution across a global portfolio
• Working closely with engineers and other stakeholders to support product development activities
• Liaising with external IP service providers to ensure high‑quality, timely outputs

About you:

We’re seeking a Patent Attorney with a strong technical foundation, ideally in Engineering. Candidates with a Science background will also be considered.

You’ll ideally bring:

• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills
• Experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications
• Experience supporting or leading Freedom to Operate assessments for new designs or technologies
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work closely with engineers and other stakeholders
• Curiosity and a willingness to learn, adapt, and grow with the role

What is great about working here:

• A supportive and collaborative IP team
• Opportunities to grow your career within IP or across the wider business
• Competitive remuneration and benefits
• Subsidised cafeterias and café
• Free onsite parking
• An additional company day off each year
• Generous parental leave
• A beautiful head office campus in Highbrook

We are dedicated to designing our recruitment process with care and empathy to support all candidates, regardless of identity, background, and experiences. Should you require support or adjustments during our process, please let us know at recruit@fphcare.co.nz.

If you would like the opportunity to work with a supportive and diverse in-house IP team, apply now!